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Linguistics and Phonetics
Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Dual Major)
| Standard period of study | 6 semesters |
|---|---|
| Start of study | Winter semester |
| Teaching language | German |
| Combinability | Dual-subject bachelor’s degree programme, combined with a second subject |
| Credit points | Subject A: 78 CP + Subject B: 78 CP + integrated Degree: 12 LP + Bachelor’s Thesis: 12 CP = 180 CP |
Course description
- What distinguishes human language? What similarities and differences do languages have?
- How do languages change over the course of time? How do new languages emerge?
- How are speech sounds and intonation produced and perceived?
- How can language be localised in a social and cultural context?
You will study all aspects of human language on the linguistics and phonetics degree programme by examining the structure of and comparing individual languages using both word and sentence structure as well as phonology and intonation. You will acquire knowledge about linguistic history and language change, as well as about the function of language in society. You will also learn how to describe linguistic phenomena using descriptive and experimental processes and develop the skills to analyse, reconstruct and model language during the course.
Requirements
To succeed in your studies, you need above all an interest in the subject matter, a love of reading and a critical approach to texts and scientific theories. In addition, you should be able to study independently and have good verbal communication skills.
Dokumente/Downloads
Language proficiency and other requirements
It is assumed that you have sufficient knowledge of English to understand academic texts written in English. You do not need to provide explicit proof of this knowledge. In addition, knowledge of Latin or Greek may be required for certain elective modules. Proof of this knowledge must be provided in order to participate in the specified modules in the department; for more details, please see ‘Subject-specific regulations’. However, any missing language skills can be acquired as part of the Studium Integrale programme.
Structure
Career perspectives
After successfully completing your bachelor's degree, you have the option of continuing on to a master's degree to deepen your specialist knowledge and/or specialize. Alternatively, you can also start working directly in various professional fields. We recommend always completing internships during your studies for better orientation. Internships can be in certain circumstances recognized for your study programme or your Studium Integrale.
Application for the first semester
You can register on the KLIPS 2.0 portal during the application period. You can find further information on the website of the Student Application and Registration Office. Prospective students who are not EU citizens should visit the website of the International Office for information on the application formalities.
Only for NC subjects: It is possible to submit a special application under certain circumstances, e.g. if you are a minor or an elite athlete or in cases of hardship. You can find information on special applications here.