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

Required Core
LING 10Foundations of Language3
LING 15Introduction to Linguistics3
LING 25Introduction to Language and Gender3
LING 45Introduction to Language and Society3
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 Units18

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

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
FallUnits
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
 Units9
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
 Units9
 Total Units18