Browse our resources to get the support you need to enhance your academic performance and social experience at York. Quick Links Canadian Linguistic Association The CLA promotes the study of languages and linguistics in Canada. It is also is the principal professional organization of linguists in Canada. SIL International SIL is a global, faith-based nonprofit […]
Do you want to become a teacher? We recommend adding Linguistics to your study plan. Teaching Primary/Junior Levels It is very clear that language is the central component in primary education. During grades 1, 2 and 3, children are busy learning the skills of reading, spelling, writing, accurate listening and precise speaking. These skills are […]
Browse through the database below to explore courses that will fulfill certain degree requirements in the Linguistics program. When registering for classes on the Course Timetable website, be sure to carefully read through the "Notes/Additional Fees" section of each course you select. If you have any questions, please contact us at lapsdlll@yorku.ca. Quick Links Search our […]
Beyond choosing to study Linguistics, you’ve got the option to customize how you study. You can choose the length and depth of specialization within your degree — whether it’s a three-year bachelor’s or more intensive four-year honours bachelor’s program. If you’re weighing two subjects of interest but can’t make a decision, you’re able to declare […]
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Honours Are you fascinated by language? Learn how language is naturally organized. Investigate sound and word patterns, sentence structure, syntax and language usage. Discover how children acquire language without formal instruction. Dive into the relationship between language and the mind–what happens in our brains when we speak. Our program focuses […]
Choose the optimal program for your academic interests and career aspirations. We have many options available to meet your needs whether you're looking to study the origins and structure of language in a deep and meaningful way or study the process of diagnosis and treatment of speech, language and communication disorders. You will benefit from […]
Acentos looks for the best composition, essay, and/or creative work from each Spanish class offered by York University's Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics. Every year, best works are recognized and published on our online magazine and newsletter. Submissions are accepted throughout the year for upcoming publications. Quick Links Past Publications
Broaden your horizons with our language proficiency certificates. A certificate officially establishes your level of competence in a given language. This will help you stand out to employers and make valuable cross-cultural connections. With the widest selection of languages available to study of any Canadian university, our programs provide many options to grow personally and […]
The department is extremely proud of our students’ success and we recognize our students’ achievements and contributions yearly through the department’s lively awards ceremony. Students, friends, families, faculty members and other community partners gather once a year to celebrate our students across a variety of disciplines. At the ceremony, the department also recognizes its volunteers […]
Getting involved with your program’s student association is a great way to connect with peers who share similar interests and career goals. Through events and activities such as guest lectures, seminars, career workshops and social events, you’ll get the chance to network, enrich your studies and meet others working in your chosen field. Quick Links […]