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Program Requirements
The M.A. in Linguistics; Non-Thesis involves intensive coursework in year 1, followed by additional coursework and completion of a major research paper in year 2. This program is intended for students who wish to gain coursework and research experience in Linguistics beyond the B.A. level. After completion of the M.A., students may choose to continue on to a Ph.D. or pursue a career in a related field.
Research Project (15 credits)
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LING 605 M.A. Research 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Linguistics : A fundemental course in which M.A. students learn how to do independent research.
Terms: Winter 2018
Instructors: Wagner, Michael (Winter)
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LING 606 M.A. Research 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Linguistics : An advanced course in which M.A. students conduct their own research project.
Terms: Fall 2017, Winter 2018
Instructors: Wagner, Michael (Fall) Wagner, Michael (Winter)
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LING 607 M.A. Research Paper (9 credits)
Overview
Linguistics : Research and writing of the M.A. research paper on an approved subject.
Terms: Fall 2017, Winter 2018
Instructors: Wagner, Michael; O'Donnell, Timothy (Winter)
Required Courses (18 credits)
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LING 601 Graduate Research Seminar 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Linguistics : A seminar dedicated to graduate student research and professional training.
Terms: Fall 2017
Instructors: Wagner, Michael (Fall)
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LING 602 Graduate Research Seminar 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Linguistics : A seminar dedicated to graduate student research and professional training.
Terms: Fall 2017, Winter 2018
Instructors: Wagner, Michael (Fall) Wagner, Michael (Winter)
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LING 630 Phonetics 3 (3 credits)
Overview
Linguistics : Introduction to the current state of the field of phonetics, covering articulation, acoustics, and theories of perception and production.
Terms: Fall 2017
Instructors: Torreira-Martinez, Francisco (Fall)
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LING 631 Phonology 3 (3 credits)
Overview
Linguistics : Foundations of phonological theory, focusing on issues in segmental and prosodic structure.
Terms: Fall 2017
Instructors: Goad, Heather (Fall)
Fall
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LING 660 Semantics 3 (3 credits)
Overview
Linguistics : Introduction to the basics of natural language semantics.
Terms: Fall 2017
Instructors: Schwarz, Bernhard (Fall)
Fall
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LING 671 Syntax 3 (3 credits)
Overview
Linguistics : In-depth overview of current issues in theoretical syntax. Emphasis will be placed on the logic and development of argumentation in syntactic theory.
Terms: Fall 2017
Instructors: Travis, Lisa De Mena (Fall)
Fall
Complementary Courses (12 credits)
3 credits from:
- LING 635 Phonetics and Phonology 4 (3 credits)
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LING 665 Semantics 4 (3 credits)
Overview
Linguistics : Further introduction to the basics of natural language semantics.
Terms: Winter 2018
Instructors: Alonso-Ovalle, Luis Fernando; Hirsch, Aron (Winter)
Winter
Prerequisite: LING 660.
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LING 675 Syntax 4 (3 credits)
Overview
Linguistics : Continuation of LING 671.
Terms: Winter 2018
Instructors: Shimoyama, Junko (Winter)
Winter
Prerequisite: LING 671
6-9 credits in Linguistics at the 500, 600, or 700 level.
0-3 credits in a related field at the 500, 600, or 700 level.
Faculty of Arts—2017-2018 (last updated Aug. 23, 2017) (disclaimer)
