Linguistics is an investigation into the principles that underlie human language. Linguistic inquiry is fundamentally empirical; thus linguistics finds a place among the sciences. Students at UNCG may major or minor in linguistics through the University’s Special Programs in Liberal Studies. Linguistics majors and minors undertake the formal study of language in several disciplines of the social sciences and humanities, and are prepared for graduate work in many fields, as well as for further study for careers in teaching. For more information on completing a B.A. or minor in Linguistics at UNCG, please contact Dr. David Wharton in 237B McIver or at 334-5726.