Linguistics with TESOL Careers
Key information
Studying linguistics opens the door to a whole range of careers, as expertise in language and communication is in very high demand across almost all sectors and professions. Here are some examples:
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Speech and Language Therapy (Professional Masters required)
- Forensic linguistics
- Language consultancy (surveys and testing)
- Lexicography (development of dictionaries)
- Linguistic analysis for digital media companies
- Media, journalism and publishing,
- Advertising and PR
- Information Technology Sector
- Research and teaching in further and higher education
Follow-on Study
Related postgraduate courses at UL include;
- MA / Structured PhD in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
- MSc Speech and Language Therapy
- Structured PhD in Applied Languages
- MA Journalism (with Grad Dip option)
- MA Technical Communication and eLearning
- MA in Applied Linguistics (International)
Student profiles
Lorraine Power
I study Linguistics with TESOL and Digital Culture and Communications on the Bachelor of Arts programme. Originally from Wexford, I was drawn to UL by its exceptional opportunities.
The University offers a vibrant academic environment with world-class facilities and a strong emphasis on student-centred learning. UL offers opportunities for research, placements, global engagement, and career success through its supportive community and innovative programs.
In my first year, I explored modules including Linguistics with TESOL, Digital Culture and Communications, Sociology, and Psychology. Initially planning to focus on Psychology, the depth in Linguistics captivated me.
Linguistics encompasses the scientific study of language. Areas of focus include phonetics (sounds), phonology (sound patterns), morphology (word formation), syntax (sentence structure), semantics (meaning), pragmatics (language in context), historical linguistics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, and computational linguistics.
TESOL (teaching English to speakers of other languages), equips students with methodologies for teaching English to non-native speakers. As a result, I have gained valuable insights into language learning and collaborated closely with peers from various linguistic disciplines, enhancing my understanding despite my minimal foreign language study.
Built into the course, students go on co-op work placement and study abroad. I am completing my co-op in the UL Language Learning Hub and will attend Bridgewater State University in Boston, USA, enriching my academic journey and cultural experiences.
I highly recommend studying Linguistics with TESOL. It prepares students for various career opportunities in Ireland and worldwide.
