Master of Arts in Linguistics
THE POWER OF LANGUAGE
Language is a beautiful phenomenon, as it brings people together and enables us to exchange knowledge, ponder meaning, and create culture. Trinity Western University’s MA in Linguistics, with the support and involvement of the Canada Institute of Linguistics (CanIL), will allow you to study the art and science of language while exploring practical disciplines. TWU’s linguistics program offers a leading-edge academic environment built on meaningful connections. You will grow as a person, nurture friendships with peers, and glean insights from linguistics alumni at monthly luncheons. Most importantly, experienced professors will mentor you in opportunities to apply your studies to the real world. Use linguistics to make a difference in people’s lives through literacy efforts, speech disorder therapy, translation, or language development projects. In addition, you can use it as a pathway to doctoral programs in linguistics.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Get equipped for high-level linguistic analysis: phonology, grammar, discourse, survey.
Become a well-rounded linguist with in-depth knowledge of linguistic specialties.
Learn how to transfer knowledge from one language to another, and understand the structure of both languages.
Learn language revitalization and development techniques.
Experience language program development and create literacy programs and teaching materials.
Know how to help others with literacy so they can read and write in their own language.
Develop a variety of personal skills and prepare to teach and to raise financial support.
PROGRAM DELIVERY
TWU’s MA in Linguistics is a four-semester, 36-credit graduate program that typically takes about two years to complete. Classes come in a variety of formats, including on campus, online, or via livestream. Learning activities, both in and outside the classroom, facilitate the development of cross-cultural, interpersonal and leadership skills useful in serving communities worldwide. Our advisors are happy to help you create a personalized plan that will set you up for success in the program. To begin the program, you will take prerequisite courses in the summer and then MA courses starting in the fall.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Find our full lists of admission requirements at twu.ca/ling.
Thanks to the extensive field experience of our faculty, MA Linguistics alumni are prepared to serve overseas as linguists, translators, literacy specialists, language surveyors, etc., as well as pursue doctoral studies in linguistics.”
Sean Allison MA LING Program Director
TWU linguistics training offers an incredible program in a close-knit community. I’m so glad I came, and I feel well prepared for linguistic analysis and Bible translation!
Kylie Wicker MA LING (’18)
I chose TWU because of its renowned School of Linguistics. The MA Linguistics instructors share their field experiences and equip us to be effective language translators.
Jeremiah Wan MA LING (’19)
I have studied at four different colleges/universities on three continents before coming to TWU for my MA LING. Nowhere else have I found such a well-rounded package comprising high course quality, strong community fellowship, and generous financial aid offered through CanIL.
Anonymous
For program-related inquiries:
For admissions–related questions:
SEAN ALLISON MA Linguistics Program Director E: sean.allison@twu.ca P: 604 513 2129 Ext. 3954
E: gradadmissions@twu.ca P: 604 513 2019 TF: 1 888 468 6898
22500 University Drive, Langley Twp, BC V2Y 1Y1
TWU.CA/LING