BA in Linguistics in Canada at SMU

Program Overview for BA in Linguistics in Canada:

Linguistics focuses on one of the most fascinating human abilities: the ability to communicate using language. How do we get a specific language? How do we use it in different social environments? How does language change, and what are the general principles behind the intricate patterns of change? These issues prompted linguists to develop a scientific method to study language as the defining attribute of human nature. 

Learning linguistics will provide skills in problem-solving, communication, and speech transcription. It will also enable you to think about language scientifically and analyze language structure, changes, and sounds.

The Saint Mary’s approach:

St. Mary's University offers a unique comprehensive linguistics program. Professors with different backgrounds and active research profiles will provide you with valuable training in all fundamental areas of linguistics. One of the main advantages of the program is its interdisciplinary approach, which prepares students for successful careers in any field related to language teaching, documentation and analysis.

Hands-on learning

Linguistics students have participated in exchanges for academic credit in France, Germany, and Japan.

Sample courses offered:

• Introduction to Linguistics
• Phonetics
• Phonology
• Syntax
• Semantics
• Applied Linguistics

Future career opportunities:

• Language teacher
• Speech pathologist or audiologist
• Computational linguist
• Forensic linguist
• Writer
• Translator
• Policy analyst

These are the international student eligibility for the BA in Linguistics in Canada

Completion of Grade 12 or High School Equivalent. See country specific Informations

These are the domestic student eligibility for the BA in Linguistics

Early admission will be given to students who:

• have a final overall grade 11 average of 70%;
• have a minimum grade of 70% in each individual grade 11 course that corresponds to the five grade 12 courses required for admission to their program of choice; and
• are registered for grade 12 courses that satisfy the admission requirements for their program of choice.

Early admission and early scholarships will be awarded to students who:

• have a final overall average of 80% or higher in grade 11;
• have a minimum overall average of 80% in the five program-specific corresponding grade 11 courses with no individual mark less than 70%; and
• are registered for grade 12 courses that satisfy the admission requirements for their program of choice.

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IB Diploma:

If you are currently enrolled in the IB Diploma, you can apply to Saint Mary’s with your anticipated or predicted results. For undergraduate admission, we require a minimum IB Diploma score of 24 with grades of 3 and above in pre-requisite subjects.

An IB Diploma score of 28 and above will qualify you for our renewable entrance scholarships. A final score of 30 and above will grant you 30 credit hours toward your degree program which is usually equivalent to one full year of study.

If you are completing Higher Level Diploma courses and achieve final grades of 5, 6, or 7, you will be eligible to receive up to 18 credit hours toward your degree program at Saint Mary’s. The Admissions Office will also add one bonus point to your scholarship average for each of your IB Higher Level classes. Check out our IB Equivalency Chart to view the IB Higher Level course equivalencies at Saint Mary's University.

These are the test eligibilities for the BA in Linguistics to qualify.

The scholarships available for the BA in Linguistics are:

Saint Mary University Undergraduate Scholars…

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$50,000.00

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Students accepted by Saint Mary’s University for undergraduate studies with an admission average o…

Saint Mary University Undergraduate Scholarships

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Country: Canada Level: Undergraduate Scholarship for: Domestic and International Students students Value: $50,000.00 Deadline: March 1, 2022

Multiple scholarships are available to international students that range from CAD 2,000 to CAD 50,000 per year.

Admission Criteria

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Students accepted by Saint Mary’s University for undergraduate studies with an admission average of 80% or higher will be automatically considered for Renewable Entrance Scholarships.

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CA$50,000.00

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Must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents who recently graduated from high school.

Sobey National Innovator Awards

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Country: Canada Level: Undergraduate Scholarship for: Domestic Students students Value: CA$50,000.00

The initial scholarship in academic year 1 is $20,000. The renewal value in academic years 2-4 is $10,000 per year. The total value of the scholarship over four years is $50,000.

Admission Criteria

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Must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents who recently graduated from high school.

The international student tuition fees and costs for BA in Linguistics in Canada.