Program Overview

Overview of the Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics

The Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics is a program that delves into the intricacies of language, exploring its structure, usage, and variations across different social and historical contexts. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of linguistics, enabling them to pursue careers in diverse fields such as engineering, artificial intelligence, health sciences, education, law, and publishing.

Career Possibilities

The Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities, including:

• Language teacher
• Linguistics researcher
• Cryptologic linguist
• Senior ontologist
• Knowledge engineer

How You'll Learn

The learning experiences in this program are tailored to suit the learning outcomes of the chosen courses, incorporating various teaching methods such as:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Overseas study
• Studios

What You'll Study

At the University of Queensland, subjects are referred to as 'courses'. A sample of the courses you could study includes:

• The Secret Life of Language: Words and Sentences
• The Sound Patterns of Language
• Phonology
• Language & Society

Highlights

The University of Queensland is ranked 1 in Queensland for linguistics, according to the QS World University Rankings 2025. This ranking underscores the university's commitment to providing high-quality education in linguistics, preparing students for successful careers in this field.