The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Arts (Linguistics)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationDiscover what language is, how we learn and use it, and how it varies and changes across social and historical contexts. Courses examine the sounds of language, words, sentences and meaning, and the complex interactions between them. Linguistics leads to careers in areas as diverse as engineering and artificial intelligence, software engineering, health sciences, education, law and publishing. You could study The Secret Life of Language: Words and Sentences, The Sound Patterns of Language, Phonology and, Language & Society
Delivery mode
The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Our subject prerequisites are listed as Queensland Year 12 General subjects, but you can also meet them by passing equivalent subjects through:
- Australian high school, including Queensland Senior, interstate Year 12 or International Baccalaureate (IB)
- Overseas high school or International Baccalaureate (IB)
- Tertiary study, including university subjects, and bridging and preparatory programs.
- Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent)
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- IB 24.5 & AQF Level 7
- Additional requirements may apply.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Linguistics) will prepare you for the following roles.
Editor
An Editor makes changes to written work before it is published. You might correct errors, check facts or reduce the size of a written piece. Editor...
Interpreter Translator
An Interpreter or Translator converts written, verbal or signed language into another language. You might translate words into English, or translat...
Journalist
A Journalist writes and presents news stories in a range of media formats. You might research news events and conduct interviews with news subjects...
Language Teacher
Language Teachers provide private tuition and group classes for ESL students who want to learn English. They can work in Australia but many languag...
Proofreader
Proofreaders are publishing professionals who read through text documents, correcting typos and mistakes in grammar, spelling and formatting. They...
Speech Pathologist
A Speech Pathologist works with clients to manage problems with speaking or swallowing. You might assess their needs and develop programs to improv...
About The University of Queensland
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.
