Applied Linguistics

You’ll learn the structure and function of language, how to analyze language data, and how to apply scientific reasoning to language-based issues. You’ll engage in case-based projects, clinical observation of communication disorders, teaching practice, and hands-on labs in courses taught by internationally recognized scholars and instructors with practical experience. The following majors are available:

Pre-Professional Speech Language Pathology and Audiology: Learn communication sciences through courses in language and literacy acquisition, and speech physiology. Study communication

disorders — characteristics, causes, and approaches to assessment and intervention. This program provides specialized preparation for students interested in Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, and related professions.

Applied Linguistics/Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL): Study theories and methodologies relevant to learning and teaching English as a second language and engage in practice teaching in an ESL classroom. Graduates are eligible for TESL Ontario Certification and are prepared to teach English internationally.