Linguistics Minor Requirements

Earn a minor in Linguistics by meeting these requirements.

Minor in Linguistics

Emphasizing both cognitive understanding and analytical skills, the undergraduate minor in Linguistics provides an introduction to the scientific study of language, as a supplement to a student’s primary academic concentration. Its purpose is to provide a foundation for a graduate degree or other further education in linguistics or related fields, and to prepare students for informed decision-making about language-related issues in their daily lives.

The total requirement for the minor is 19-20 credits, including the following:

Course List
Code	Title	Credits
Required Core Courses
ENGL 209	Introduction to Linguistics	3
CSD 223	Phonetics	3
ENGL 309	Modern Grammar	3
ENGL 442	History of the English Language	3
And Either
Two 101/102/201/202 foreign language courses		8
Or
One 101/102/201/202 foreign language course		4
and
ENGL 370	Language and Culture	3
Note: Of the English courses in the linguistics minor, only English 209 may also count towards the English major. The remaining English courses will not count for the major if being applied to the linguistics minor.

The requirements on this page are pulled from UND’s academic catalog and may not reflect future terms. Updates are published annually in April.

What is a minor in college?

A minor is like a mini-major. Your major is your primary area of study and a minor allows you to pursue another discipline, add training that supports your major, or explore personal interests. A minor is noted on your official UND transcript and adds another layer of professional knowledge to your degree.

You do not have to have a minor in college, although certain majors may require a minor. Your minor must be combined with a major/degree program. Like majors, minors must be declared and have special requirements like mandatory classes.

Consult with your academic advisor if you are interested in adding a minor to your major. They will ensure you can fit a minor into your schedule without interfering with your major requirements.

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