Linguistics (B.A.)

Wayne State University

Linguistics is devoted to the scientific study of language structure and use. The Linguistics Program at Wayne State offers an interdisciplinary approach to this field, permitting students to explore a wide range of topics and issues in language research. Training in linguistics prepares students for advanced work in linguistic research, as well as for employment in teaching English and foreign languages computer systems (especially natural language processing) broadcasting, mass media and journalism publishing and editing translation international business intercultural communication and negotiation law and generally any profession requiring the precise use or analysis of speech or writing.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences