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Linguistics (Minor)

Explores language structure, acquisition and use across cultures. Students gain analytical and critical thinking skills, preparing them for careers in education, communication, research and fields that value language expertise.
Type: Minor
Format: In-Person
Credit Hours: 18
College: College of Arts and Sciences
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This 18-credit minor includes an introductory course, intermediate courses on language, culture and philosophy, and upper-level electives in syntax, phonetics, psycholinguistics and applied linguistics. Students develop a deep understanding of language systems, social and historical contexts and communication patterns, preparing them for interdisciplinary applications in professional and academic settings.

This program was approved for students entering the university in the Summer 2025-Spring 2026 catalog year. For more information about catalog year, go to Catalog Year Information.

Minor in Linguistics
Unit: College of Arts and Sciences (AS)
Department: Interdisciplinary and Public Humanities
Academic Plan Code(s): LINGMINOR

Program Requirements

Core Courses
LING/ENGL 325Introduction to Linguistics3
Select two courses from the following:6
LING 327
Languages of the World - AH, P2
LING 328
Language Acquisition
LING/ENGL 330
Language and Culture - AH, P1
LING/PHIL 341
Philosophy of Language - WR
LING 390
Special Topics in Language 1
Upper-Level Focus6
Select two courses from the following:
LING 503
Syntax
LING 506
Historical and Comparative Linguistics
LING 507
Morphology
LING 510
Phonetics and Phonology
LING/ENGL 522
Structure of Modern English
LING/ENGL 523
History of the English Language
LING/PSYC 524
Psycholinguistics
LING/ENGL 535
Topics in Applied Linguistics
LING/ENGL 570
Language and Social Identity
LING 590
Special Topics in Linguistics
Approved LING elective 23
Minimum Total Hours18

At least three (3) semester hours of the requirements for a minor must be successfully completed while enrolled in the University of Louisville.

1

As approved by Linguistics Advisor

2

Electives may include 1) another course from the Upper-Level Focus list (see above), 2) FREN 522 or SPAN 524, SPAN 422 (if 3 credit hours), or 3) another LING course approved by Linguistics Advisor.