Linguistics, Certificate of Achievement
Linguistics is the science of language. Students who receive a Certificate of Achievement in Linguistics have demonstrated that they are familiar with and can apply linguistic principles in the analysis of syntax, phonology, morphology, and sociolinguistics.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Apply linguistic principles to the analysis of written and spoken language.
- Examine language related interactions and interconnections across cultures.
- Use the common vocabulary of linguistics.
- Explain the role of language in identity formation and social inclusion.
Certificate of Achievement Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | ||
| LING 10 | Foundations of Language | 3 |
| LING 15 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3 |
| LING 25 | Introduction to Language and Gender | 3 |
| LING 45 | Introduction to Language and Society | 3 |
| Select 6 units from the following: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology | ||
| Introduction to the History of the English Language | ||
| Introduction to Nonverbal Communication | ||
| Introduction to the Psychology of Language | ||
| Introduction to Discourse Analysis | ||
| Introduction to Dialects from Here and There | ||
| Total Units | 18 | |
Please refer to the graduation requirements section of the Catalog for information about degree and certificate requirements including Reading and Writing, Mathematics, Information Competency, and General Education requirements.
The model sequence of coursework below is one pathway for students to complete the program. The information below is not an official educational plan. An MPC Counselor can assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. Visit MPC’s Counseling website for more information about Counseling and up-to-date program requirements.
Suggested Course Sequence
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Units | |
| LING 15 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3 |
| LING 25 | Introduction to Language and Gender | 3 |
| LING 18 | Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology or Introduction to the History of the English Language or Introduction to Nonverbal Communication or Introduction to the Psychology of Language or Introduction to Discourse Analysis or Introduction to Dialects from Here and There | 3 |
| Units | 9 | |
| Spring | ||
| LING 10 | Foundations of Language | 3 |
| LING 45 | Introduction to Language and Society | 3 |
| LING 18 | Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology or Introduction to the History of the English Language or Introduction to Nonverbal Communication or Introduction to the Psychology of Language or Introduction to Discourse Analysis or Introduction to Dialects from Here and There | 3 |
| Units | 9 | |
| Total Units | 18 | |