Exploring language and communication.
Language and Linguistics is a single major subject for the degree of Bachelor of Arts (BA).
Study Language and Linguistics at Otago
For further information about Language and Linguistics see the following subject areas:
Qualifications
Explore your study options further. Refer to enrolment information found on the following qualification pages.
- Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Bachelor of Arts and Commerce (BACom)
- Bachelor of Arts and Science (BASc)
- Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad)
Programme requirements
Bachelor of Arts (BA) majoring in Language and Linguistics
| Level | Papers | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 100-level | LING 111 Language and Its Structure Two 100-level papers in one of the following languages: Chinese, French, German, Greek, Japanese, Latin, Māori, Spanish | 18 36 |
| 200-level | LING 217 What's Behind Language: Sound and Structure One further 200-level LING paper (excluding LING 231 TESOL: Guide to Language Teaching) Two 200-level papers in the language continued from 100-level | 18 18 36 |
| 300-level | Two 300-level LING papers Two 300-level papers in the language continued from 200-level | 36 36 |
| Plus | 162 further points; must include 36 points at 200-level or above. Up to 90 points may be taken from outside Arts Note: In the case of Māori language, students will take MAOR 111, MAOR 211, and MAOR 311 at 100-, 200-, and 300-level respectively. | 162 |
| Total | 360 |
Key information for future students
Contact us
School of Arts
Languages and Cultures Programme
Email languages@otago.ac.nz or linguistics@otago.ac.nz
