The major in General Linguistics offers a
strong liberal arts background that prepares you for different kinds of work in
the public or private sector. This major can give you an edge in information
technology, where people with a background in linguistics are very much in
demand. The General Linguistics major prepares you for work in:
- Computer Technology and Software Design
- Instructional Technology
- Artificial Intelligence
- Test Development and Preparation
- Translation and Interpreting
- International Business
In addition, many General Linguistics majors go on to do graduate work in
Linguistics, as well as in:
- Law
- Business
- Computer Science
- Education
- Cognitive Science
- Neuroscience
- Sociology
- Anthropology
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The major in Applied Linguistics prepares
you for a career in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL) in
the US and abroad. With the enormous demand for TESOL professionals, our graduates obtain secure
jobs in public and private schools in and around New York. In fact, you can
receive Initial New York State Certification and qualify for a New York City
ESOL teaching license for all grades immediately upon graduation. You can
also teach English in schools and adult community education programs throughout
the US and around the world.
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