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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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1.1). Random House, Inc. 29 Jul. 2009.
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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 nonverbally to produce results and change
...And more
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
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
Linguistics At The
University Of South Carolina
Graduate Degrees
Master of Arts (MA)
• Linguistics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Linguistics
Linguistics Majors Develop
Skills In
• Analyzing and
describing language
and the role of
language in human
experience and culture
• Knowledge of
phonetics/phonology/
grammar
• Historical/comparative
linguistics
• Familiarity with syntax
and semantics
• Knowledge of social
factors in language
• Analyzing statistical
information
Linguistics Majors
Develop Skills In
• Using effective verbal
and written
communication to
convey facts, theories,
and ideas
• Problem solving,
conceptual, and
analytical thinking
• Writing translations
• Clarifying others’
thoughts and ideas
• Seeing connections
• Thinking critically
• Arguing logically/
independently
Employment Settings
• Business & Commerce:
Includes management and direction
of for-profit organizations including
the development of business plans,
marketing strategies, product
development, and human resource
management.
Sample Occupational Titles
Associated With Business &
Commerce
• Consultant
• Corporate
Communications
Specialist
• Interpreter
• Lawyer
• Machine Translator
• Marketing Specialist
• Naming/Trademark/
Branding Consultant
• Public Relations
Executive
• Research Analyst
• Sign Language
Interpreter
• Translator
• Sales/Customer Service
Script Developer
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.
Sample Occupational Titles
Associated With Computer
Science/Programming
• Artificial Intelligence
Programmer
• Code Breaker
• Programmer
• Robotics Designer
• Software
Developer/Test
• Sound Engineering
Technician
• Voice Recognition
Software Programmer
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.
Sample Occupational Titles
Associated With Education
• College/University
Instructor
• Curriculum Developer
• English as a Second
Language Instructor
• Foreign Language
Teacher
• High School Teacher
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Interpreter
Linguist
Researcher
Sign Language
Interpreter
• Standardized Test
Developer
• Translator
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.
Sample Occupational Titles
Associated With Government &
Non-profit
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Anthropologist
Archeologist
Code Breaker
Emergency Response
Standards Coordinator
• Federal Law
Enforcement Agent
• Interpreter
• Language Policy
Developer
• Literacy Program
Developer
• Translator
Employment Settings
• Health Sciences:
Includes healing, both physical and
mental, hospital/doctor’s office
services, and some technician
positions.
Most physician and counseling
positions require the completion of a
certification or advanced study
program.
Sample Occupational Titles
Associated With Health
Sciences
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Audiologist
Medical Translator
Neurolinguist
Neurologist
Neuropsychologist/psychiatrist
Physician
Speech Pathologist/Therapist
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.
Sample Occupational Titles
Associated With Writing,
Editing & Publishing
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Critic
Editor
Filmmaker
Grant Writer
Lexicographer
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Poet
Publisher
Speech Writer
Technical Writer
Translator
Strategies For Developing
Skills To Get The Job You
Want
• 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
• 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
Resources For More
Information
Linguistics Program
http://www.cas.sc.edu/ling/
Career Center Library
http://www.sc.edu/career/Library/library.ht
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College of Arts and Sciences Career
Development Program
http://www.sc.edu/career/la/linguistics.ht
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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)