• Linguistics is devoted to the scientific study of language structure and use. The Linguistics Program at Wayne State offers an interdisciplinary approach to this field, with a strong emphasis on theoretical linguistics, permitting students to explore a wide range of topics and interests in linguistic research.
  • Training in linguistics prepares students for advanced work in linguistic research, as well as for employment in teaching English and foreign languages, computer systems (especially natural language processing), broadcasting, mass media and journalism, publishing and editing, translation, international business, intercultural communication and negotiation, law, and generally, any profession requiring the precise use or analysis of speech or writing.