General Linguistics Option

The General option focuses on the core areas of theoretical linguistics (phonetics, phonology, syntax, and semantics), with ample opportunity to include courses incorporating experimental methods, as well as electives, including advanced foreign language courses. 

Option Requirements

General Linguistics Major Option

Basic Requirements
LINGUIS 350Introduction to Linguistics3
LINGUIS 450Introduction to Phonetics3
LINGUIS 461Introduction to Phonology3
LINGUIS 464Introduction to Syntax3
Special Requirements
Select at least three of the following:9
LINGUIS 415First Language Acquisition
LINGUIS 420Introduction to Second Language Acquisition
LINGUIS 430Language and Society
LINGUIS 455Semantics
LINGUIS 468Language in its Various Forms:
LINGUIS 470Historical/Comparative Linguistics
LINGUIS 474Language Typology and Language Universals
LINGUIS 561Advanced Phonology
LINGUIS 564Advanced Syntax
LINGUIS 590Morphology
Electives
Select 9 credits 19
Total Credits30
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Coursework in linguistics and related areas, selected from the approved electives list (see below) in consultation with an advisor in the Linguistics program.

Contact

Prospective Undergraduate Students (not yet enrolled at UWM)

Prospective students, contact our admissions counselor at let-sci@uwm.edu or 414-229-7711.

Current Undergraduate Students

General questions such as how to declare, how to change a major, general education requirements, etc. should be directed to the college advising office at ls-advising@uwm.edu or 414-229-4654.

Specific questions about Linguistics, such as research opportunities, internship opportunities, major requirements, etc., should be directed to Anne Pycha.

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