I. Core Themes and Development Directions

This program aims to develop students’ scientific language analysis skills, interdisciplinary understanding of cognition, and ability to apply digital humanities tools. By combining linguistic theories with practical training in psychology, discourse and textual analysis, sociolinguistics, brain science, and digital tools, students will gain a deeper understanding of the structure and development of human language and its role in society and cognitive processes.
The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with research methods, helping students apply linguistic principles to real-world communication, second language teaching, and digital text analysis. It also prepares students to meet the growing demand for language professionals in the age of artificial intelligence and digital transformation.

The program focuses on four areas:

1. Systematic Analysis of Language Structure: Covering core areas such as phonetics, syntax, semantics, and functional grammar.
2. Interdisciplinary Research on Language, Cognition, and Biology: Exploring the relationships between language, the mind, and the brain.
3. Sociocultural and Discourse Analysis: Examining the relationships between language, society, and discourse contexts to strengthen cross-cultural communication skills.
4. Digital Humanities and Scientific Research Methods: Applying digital tools to practical projects, textual analysis, and language research to develop data-driven analytical skills.

II. Core Competencies

After students complete this program, they are expected to demonstrate the following core competencies:

1. Scientific Language Analysis: Ability to apply theories of syntax, phonetics, and semantics to accurately analyze English and other languages.
2. Interdisciplinary Research: Ability to use language-related research methods and understand the relationships between language, the mind, the brain, and psychology, while developing a critical understanding of language and society.
3. Digital Humanities and Technical Skills: Ability to use automated digital tools for textual analysis and apply these methods to language science research.
4. Language Application and Problem-Solving: Ability to apply linguistic knowledge to fields such as second language acquisition research, root studies, and English language teaching.

III. Curriculum Overview

The program consists of 18 courses: 2 basic courses and 16 advanced courses. Students must complete at least 2 basic courses and 3 advanced courses.
For detailed course descriptions, please refer to the syllabi in the university’s course information system.

Course List for the Linguistics Program, Department of English