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What is linguistics?
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The short answer is that linguistics is the study of language, not to be confused with the study of individual languages. Linguists are interested in issues such as what one has to know to be able to speak a language, what kinds of "rules" for creating language exist in our minds and in what form, and why it is that all human languages are similar to such a large extent. You can also read the long answer.
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I've just taken Linguistics 200 or 400. What course do I take next?
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After Linguistics 200 or 400, there are many possibilities open to you. You can consult our list of linguistics and linguistics-related courses organized by topic, or you can get personalized advice from our undergraduate adviser. It may help you to look at the courses required for majoring in Linguistics or Romance Linguistics.
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What is the difference between General Linguistics and Romance Linguistics?
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In Romance Linguistics, students complete coursework in either French or Spanish Linguistics in addition to the work completed by students in General Linguistics. General Linguistics students need not specialize in any specific language, concentrating their study on issues relating to any or all languages.
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What will the cost of tuition be?
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Estimates can be found at the following page: ''Tuition and Fees''.
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