BA Linguistics and Philosophy

The Linguistics and Philosophy BA program at the University of Sheffield offers a blend of language and thought, broadening the learner's understanding of how language works and its connection with human nature. This three years full-time course guides students through linguistics and philosophy providing a solid foundation for various career paths.Course Content: The program is structured around several themes including meaning, truth, morality, consciousness, and identity. Students learn about the properties of sound, how words and sentences are structured, and how we use language in communication. They also explore questions such as what is knowledge, why be moral and what does science tell us about the universe and our place in it.Key Modules: The course includes modules like 'Introduction to Theoretical Linguistics', 'Mind, Brain and Personal Identity', 'Philosophy of Mind', 'Discourse and Society', 'Phonetics and Phonology', 'Syntax and Semantics', 'Knowledge and Justification', 'Moral Philosophy', and 'History of Philosophy'. In the final year, students undertake an independent project and a dissertation.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (IoL). Future Careers: Graduates of this program are equipped to pursue careers in areas like international organizations, journalism, publishing, teaching, public relations, human resources, digital marketing, and the civil service. The course also prepares students for further academic research in the same field.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.