Languages and Linguistics (Meta-Major)
An associate degree in Language and Linguistics provides a broad foundation in the study of languages, their structures, and their roles in human communication and culture. It fosters critical thinking and analytical and communication skills, preparing students for diverse careers or further academic pursuits. This degree nurtures a curiosity about how languages shape our understanding of the world and a deeper appreciation of linguistic diversity. It is an excellent choice for students exploring options in language studies, linguistics, or related fields but who are not yet ready to commit to a specific focus within the discipline.
Apply Now| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses | 27 credits | |
| Elective Credits | 23-27 credits | |
| Meta-major Requirements | 6-10 credits | |
| Choose 8 credits from this list: | ||
| CHIN 1020 | Elementary Chinese II | 5 |
| FREN 1020 | Elementary French II | 5 |
| ITAL 1020 | Elementary Italian II | 5 |
| KORE 1020 | Elementary Korean II | 5 |
| SPAN 1020 | Elementary Spanish II | 5 |
| JAPN 1020 | Elementary Japanese II | 5 |
| TESL 1400 | Language Teaching Methods | 3 |
| TESL 1600 | Language Learning Strategies | 1 |
| LING 2650 | Language in Society | 3 |
| LING 2660 | Introduction to Language Systems | 3 |
| Total | 60 credits | |
The associate degree in Languages and Linguistics transfers into a variety of bachelor’s degrees at universities, but students will be even more prepared for transfer by choosing a non-meta-major when they are ready. The Languages and Linguistics meta-major aligns with the following majors
- Spanish Language
- French Language
- Teaching English as a Second Language
| Course | Title | Credits |
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| Quantitative Literacy | ||
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Elective | ||
| Elective |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Science | 3 | |
| ENGL 2010 or 2100 | Intermediate Writing or Intermediate Technical Writing | 3 |
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| Course | Title | Credits |
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| Humanities | ||
| Life Science | 4 | |
| American Institutions | ||
| Foreign Language (1010 level) |
| Course | Title | Credits |
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| Social Science | ||
| Foreign Language (1020 level) | ||
| Elective | ||
| Elective |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Literacy | ||
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Elective | ||
| Elective |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Science | 3 | |
| ENGL 2010 or 2100 | Intermediate Writing or Intermediate Technical Writing | 3 |
| Elective | ||
| Elective | ||
| Elective |
| Course | Title | Credits |
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| Humanities | ||
| Life Science | 4 | |
| American Institutions | ||
| Foreign Language (1010 level) |
| Course | Title | Credits |
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| Social Science | ||
| Elective | ||
| Elective | ||
| Elective |
Discover ways you can transfer your credits to some of the following colleges:
For more information on transferring within public colleges and universities in Utah, see UtahTransferGuide.
