Introduction

The undergraduate major in linguistics provides students with a thorough understanding of how languages can be investigated and described.

Beyond LIN 306 (Introduction to the Study of Language), a series of core courses examines:

• the physical properties of speech sounds and how they are perceived (LIN 344K: Phonetics),
• the use of speech sounds to form words (LIN 372K: Sound Patterns),
• how words are combined to form meaningful phrases (LIN 372L: Syntax and Semantics),
• and how and why languages change over time (LIN 345: Language Change and Language Variation).

The department also offers an array of electives that examine such topics as neurolinguistics (that is, the relationship between language and the brain) and Black English.

The undergraduate coordinator is usually available for advising sessions on a walk-in basis.  However, you are also welcome to contact her to schedule an appointment.

Undergraduate Coordinator:

Jessica Cochran
Calhoun Hall 501
jessicacolette@mail.utexas.edu

The undergraduate advisor is available for advising sessions by appointment only.  Please contact him to schedule an advising appointment.

Undergraduate Advisor:

Harvey Sussman
sussman@austin.utexas.edu