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Study Linguistics abroad

Interested in learning about languages and how they have evolved over time? If so, then pursuing Linguistics will allow you to satiate your intellectual curiosity and propel you into a career full of opportunities.

Salary

$70,704: average annual salary for linguists

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Equal males and females working in the linguistics industry 

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$143,912: annual salary of top linguists

Worth

$57.7 billion: the estimated worth of the linguistic industry

The field of linguistics encompasses multiple topics, starting from the beginning of civilisation to modern language usage in the technological era. Linguistics majors study the “background workings” (like syntax, phonetics and semantics) of languages and relate these with the societies that used those languages. Linguistics degrees offer a wide array of fields that you can specialise in.  As a linguistics major, it is not mandatory for you to learn a foreign language. However, because of your deep interaction with language, it is recommended that you do gain competency in other languages to apply what you’ve learned.
Were you always interested in unscrambling words and finding out the meanings of writings in other languages. Linguistics could prove to be a rewarding career direction that will catapult you towards success if you approach it with the right mindset. If this all sounds fascinating to you, then a degree and career in linguistics is a good fit for you.
You can study Linguistics at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. A bachelor’s programme in Linguistics is 3-4 years in duration and costs on average $30,479. Some course modules students can expect to study during their bachelor’s degree are semantics, syntax, phonetics, phonology, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, neurolinguistics, pragmatics and historical linguistics. A master’s and doctoral degree in linguistics is more suited to those who want to explore the research and academic side of linguistics.
In 2019, only one of the pathways emerging from linguistics (the global language services industry) was worth around USD 50 billion. This means that there are enormous opportunities for anyone looking to jump into this world. With increased travelling and education, there is a massive demand for language teaching experts worldwide. Moreover, demand for public relations experts has dramatically risen in modern times.

English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teacher


EFL teaching is a lucrative career option as there is an ever-increasing demand for qualified teachers worldwide. If an international agency employs you, your job can take you to many foreign countries. EFL is a flexible job allowing you to make many independent decisions. You can structure your classes and run private tutoring on the side. The location, mode of teaching, and hours matter a lot, but these individuals earn on average USD60,000 per year. 

Speech Therapist


The speech therapy industry allows you to use your linguistics degree in the service of humankind. The nobility of this profession is well-known as you are helping children and adults overcome trauma and live their best lives. You may be required to create and execute therapy workshops and long-term programmes based on your clientele. Speech therapy pathologists earn an annual average income of around USD70,000-90,000. 

Public Relations (PR) Officer


If you like working in a high-impact industry, the post of a PR Officer is an excellent option. Your linguistics degree gives you the skills and ability to use words to communicate your vision effectively, which is an essential skill in the corporate sector. You will be called upon in times of crisis, and you must be able to work under pressure. The average annual income of a PR Officer is USD63,000.

Editors, publishers and proofreaders


If you are not a people person and like working behind closed doors, expertise in language can open up opportunities in the publishing industry. Linguists with strong writing and an interest in literature can opt for this career path to help individuals produce high-quality content. The average income of a professional proofreader can go up to 22.4 USD per hour.

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