The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Arts (Linguistics)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationWith arts and social sciences at the University of Sydney consistently recognised as among the top 30 faculties globally in university rankings, our Bachelor of Arts degree is both highly regarded by academic leaders and highly sought after by industry employers. Whether you want to learn a new language or study a new culture, explore great books, ideas or minds, discover the past, analyse the present or consider the shape of the world's future, the Bachelor of Arts will expand your horizons and challenge you to think outside the box.
Linguistics Major
Linguistics is the study of human language. It aims to find out what language is like, and why, and to find ways to use this knowledge in understanding communication, culture, social life, and the human mind. Each of the world's 6000 languages is a rich and textured system, with its own sounds, its own grammar, and its own identity and style. You will learn how we use language for persuading others, gathering information, organising our activities, gossiping, and ultimately structuring our societies.
You will become a language and communication expert. The skills you will acquire in linguistics can be used in the study of the human mind and the diversity of cultures which are relevant to a range of professional settings such as international relations, travel, community development, language teaching, general education, academic research, journalism and publishing, marketing and public relations, and computer science.
Delivery mode
The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Camperdown
- J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
- Level 2, Building A M02/88 Mallett St, Camperdown
- Manning Rd, Camperdown
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 80.00 or equivalent AND
- IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 85.00 or PTE score of 61.00 or its equivalent
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 75.00 or equivalent AND
- IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 85.00 or PTE score of 61.00 or its equivalent
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...
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