English Linguistics

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Description

Where did language come from and how does it shape how we think and act? Explore the historical and cultural aspects of the English language and consider how you can apply this knowledge in a variety of settings.

Students who pursue the concentration in English with a focus in linguistics study the origins, structures and functions of language. The program provides students with knowledge and skills that enable them to improve their writing, enhance their ability to read and think analytically, and become critical consumers of media.

Program Requirements

The concentration in English with a focus in linguistics consists of 18 credit hours.
A minimum of 12 upper-division credit hours are required, with at least six credit hours from courses offered by The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Courses must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or better to satisfy minor requirements.

Required Courses -- 12 credit hours

ENG 213: Introduction to the Study of Language (3)

ENG 312: English in its Social Setting (L or HU or SB) (3)

ENG 314: Modern Grammar (3)

ENG 413: History of English Language (HU) (3)

Directed Electives (choose two) -- 6 credit hours

ENG 214: English Grammar and Usage (3)

ENG 313: Phonology and Morphology (3)

ENG 403: Semantics (3)

ENG 404: Studies in Second Language Acquisition (3)

ENG 414: Studies in Linguistics (3)

Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this concentration.

ENG 404 and ENG 414 are variable topics courses and may be repeated with a different topic title for a total of 6 credit hours.

IDS Core Course Information

All Interdisciplinary Studies students are required to complete a 9 credit-hour core and 9 credit hours of context/application courses.

Required Courses (9 credit hours):

IDS 201 Intellectual Fusion (recommended for freshman/sophomore students)
- Prerequisites: None

IDS 301 Becoming Interdisciplinary (3) (recommended for transfer students and/or students declaring IDS in their junior or senior year)
- Prerequisites: Interdisciplinary Studies major
IDS 302 Integration Skills (3)
- Prerequisite(s): Interdisciplinary Studies major; IDS 201 or 301 with C or better
IDS 401 Integration: Experiential Learning (3) (requires application)
- Prerequisites: IDS 201 or 301 with C or better; IDS 302 with C or better; minimum 2.00 GPA; minimum of two courses completed in each concentration area

Context courses (6 credit hours)

Choose two Integrative Context courses from the following (3 credit hours each):

IDS 310: Integration: Cultural Contexts, C
IDS 311: Integration: Global Contexts, G, SB
IDS 312: Integrative Perspectives on Change
IDS 313: Integrative Perspectives on a Changing World
IDS 314: Integrative Perspectives on Cultural Dynamics, SB
IDS 315: Integration: Social Contexts, SB
IDS 316: Integration: Humanities Contexts, HU

Application courses (3 credit hours)

Choose any IDS Application course from the following (3 credit hours each):

IDS 140: The Nature of Knowledge Systems
IDS 302: Integration Skills
IDS 310: Integration: Cultural Contexts, C
IDS 311: Integration: Global Contexts, G, SB
IDS 312: Integrative Perspectives on Change
IDS 313: Integrative Perspectives on a Changing World
IDS 314: Integrative Perspectives on Cultural Dynamics, SB
IDS 315: Integration: Social Contexts, SB
IDS 316: Integration: Humanities Contexts, HU
IDS 484: Elective Internship

Transfer to ASU transfer.asu.edu

How credits transfer to ASU transfer.asu.edu/credits
How to transfer to ASU from a Two-Year school transfer.asu.edu/ CommunityColleges

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) transfer students transfer.asu.edu/maricopa

Courses may fulfill Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) or Associate’s degree requirements, consult with your community college academic advisor for details.
MCCCD course transfer equivalencies are listed here; they may be applied toward this concentration (maximum of six credits or two courses).
Information listed was current for this catalog year at the time of printing, consult transfer.asu.edu/maricopa for verification.

YEAR

2024-25

CAMPUS

Tempe

ADVISING

Interdisciplinary Studies Advising
cisa.asu.edu/advising
All appointments:
480-965-4464

Downtown Phoenix
Arizona Center, Suite 380

Polytechnic
Santa Catalina Hall

Tempe
Urban Systems Engineering

Online
480-965-4464

DARS CODE

LAENGEMPN

COLLEGE/SCHOOL

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

CONCENTRATION CONTACT

Department of English | RBHL 170
englishadvising@asu.edu
480-965-3168