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WHAT CAN I DO WITH A MAJOR IN... LINGUISTICS

WHAT CAN I DO WITH A MAJOR IN... LINGUISTICS. www.sc.edu/career. lin·guis·tics. The science of language, including phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and historical linguistics.

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WHAT CAN I DO WITH A MAJOR IN... LINGUISTICS

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  1. WHAT CAN I DO WITH A MAJOR IN... LINGUISTICS www.sc.edu/career

  2. lin·guis·tics The science of language, including phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and historical linguistics. *"linguistics." Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1). Random House, Inc. 29 Jul. 2009. <Dictionary.com http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/linguistics>.

  3. Linguistics Majors Study • The various components of language(s), such as sounds (phonetics), structure of words (morphology), meanings (semantics), or sentence structure (syntax) • How languages work, change, how people learn them, and how they are used • The role of language in society • (While knowledge of a foreign language is not required, it maybe be helpful) • How we encode, organize, and give meaning through subjective experiences using the process of our 5 senses • How we think and communicate verbally and non-verbally to produce results and change ...And more

  4. Specializations Most undergraduate programs offer only a general course of study. However, many specializations can be pursued with additional study. These include (but are not limited to): • Applied Linguistics • Computational Linguistics • Endangered Languages • Discourse Analysis • Language Development • Linguistic Anthropology • Literature and Language • Machine Translation • Multilingualism • Neurolinguistics • Sociolinguistics

  5. Linguistics At The University Of South Carolina Undergraduate Options Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (BAIS) Major: Interdisciplinary Studies (concentration in Linguistics) Minor: Linguistics

  6. Linguistics At The University Of South Carolina Graduate Degrees Master of Arts (MA) • Linguistics Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) • Linguistics

  7. Linguistics Majors Develop Skills In • Historical/comparative linguistics • Familiarity with syntax and semantics • Knowledge of social factors in language • Analyzing statistical information Analyzing and describing language and the role of language in human experience and culture Knowledge of phonetics/phonology/ grammar

  8. Linguistics Majors Develop Skills In • Writing translations • Clarifying others’ thoughts and ideas • Seeing connections • Thinking critically • Arguing logically/ independently Using effective verbal and written communication to convey facts, theories, and ideas Problem solving, conceptual, and analytical thinking

  9. Employment Settings • Business & Commerce:Includesmanagement and direction of for-profit organizations including the development of business plans, marketing strategies, product development, and human resource management.

  10. Sample Occupational Titles Associated WithBusiness & Commerce • Public Relations Executive • Research Analyst • Sign Language Interpreter • Translator • Sales/Customer Service Script Developer Consultant Corporate Communications Specialist Interpreter Lawyer Machine Translator Marketing Specialist Naming/Trademark/ Branding Consultant

  11. Employment Settings • Computer Science/Programming: The field includes areas such as design and engineering of computer hardware and software, sales and service, systems development and programming, and computer operations.

  12. Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Computer Science/Programming • Software Developer/Test • Sound Engineering Technician • Voice Recognition Software Programmer Artificial Intelligence Programmer Code Breaker Programmer Robotics Designer

  13. Employment Settings • Education: Includes classroom instruction, curricula development, research, writing, administration, program management, and lecturing. Teaching and research positions at colleges and universities require an advanced degree. Most other teaching positions require appropriate certification.

  14. Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Education • College/University Instructor • Curriculum Developer • English as a Second Language Instructor • Foreign Language Teacher • High School Teacher • Interpreter • Linguist • Researcher • Sign Language Interpreter • Standardized Test Developer • Translator

  15. Employment Settings Government & Non-Profit: • The Federal, state, or local levels of government make use of planning, research, communication, data collection, and statistical analysis skills possessed by linguistics majors in the development and management of government controlled resources and property. • The non-profit field may include program management, public service and social services. • Linguistics majors are also used because of their understanding of language.

  16. Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Government & Non-profit • Interpreter • Language Policy Developer • Literacy Program Developer • Translator Anthropologist Archeologist Code Breaker Emergency Response Standards Coordinator Federal Law Enforcement Agent

  17. Employment Settings • Health Sciences: Includes healing, both physical and mental, hospital/doctor’s office services, and some technician positions. Most physician and counseling positions requirethe completion of a certification or advanced study program.

  18. Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Health Sciences • Audiologist • Medical Translator • Neurolinguist • Neurologist • Neuropsychologist/psychiatrist • Physician • Speech Pathologist/Therapist

  19. Employment Settings • Writing, Editing, Publishing:Includes the areas of creativity, the precise use of language, and details. Further specialization may lead to writing your own works of fact of fantasy, proofing the quality and style of someone else’s writing, or managing the logistical and business side of writing.

  20. Sample Occupational Titles Associated WithWriting, Editing & Publishing • Poet • Publisher • Speech Writer • Technical Writer • Translator Critic Editor Filmmaker Grant Writer Lexicographer

  21. Strategies For Developing Skills To Get The Job You Want • Minor in an additional area of interest (i.E. Language, business, anthropology, computer science, education) • Develop strong writing and speaking skills • Secure leadership positions in campus or community groups • Shadow the work of a professional Pursue an excellent academic record Obtain part-time, summer, or internship work experience Consider learning a foreign language Conduct undergraduate research Develop strong quantitative and statistical skills

  22. Resources For More Information Linguistics Program http://www.cas.sc.edu/ling/ Career Center Library http://www.sc.edu/career/Library/library.html College of Arts and Sciences Career Development Program http://www.sc.edu/career/la/linguistics.html

  23. Career Center Contact Information University of South Carolina Career Center 6th Floor, H. William Close Building (BA Building) Columbia, SC 29208 Phone: (803) 777-7280 On-call counseling without an appointment: M - F, 1:00 am - 4:00 pm (Summer and holiday hours may differ, please check the website at www.sc/edu/career)

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