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Major in Applied Linguistics

Applied Linguistics Program Guidelines

  • The 12-credit hour external program component for the major will consist of an immersion experience involving intensive language study new to the learner approved by the Department.
  • The goal of the 12-credit hour external program component is not language proficiency gains as much as it is a self reflexive experiential learning component that complements the broader program of study.
  • Students may petition the Department to apply the 12-credit hour external program component in a second language.
  • The external program component has a pre-requisite: ALNG 220, ALNG 325; as well as classes in research methodologies and intercultural communication.

Additional Program Requirements

Complete 6 hours of foreign language (1 language/1 year) 111 or above.

Major Requirements: 34 hours

Required Courses: 22 hours

ALNG 220Principles of Language and Acquisition

3
ALNG 315Critical Contexts of Language and Literacy

3
ALNG 325Introduction to Language Acquisition

3
ALNG 440Theories of Language

3
ICS 245Research Methodologies for Intercultural Study

3
ICS 320Intercultural Communication

3
ENG 450The History of the English Language

3
ALNG 490Capstone Seminar

1

External Study: 9 to 12 hours

External Study: 9 to 12 hours approved by the Department. Approved programs awarding less than 12 hours will require an advisor-approved elective to fulfill the 12 hour requirement.