This programme is for students who wish to understand that most central of human behaviours, the use of language. The programme explores the structure of language, the place of language in the life of communities, and engages students with critical reflection on the history of language in the Caribbean region. Graduates of the programme are expected to be lifelong adaptable learners, critical and analytic thinkers, capable researchers and communicators. This programme provides a basis for postgraduate degree study in Linguistics and related subjects.

• Listing ID: 4396
• Field of Study: Humanities and Education
• Institution Category: Universities
• Institution Type: Public
• Awarding Body: The University of the West Indies
• Qualification Level:
• Education Sector: Higher Education
• ISCED Code: 02 Arts and Humanities- 023 Languages- 0232 Literature and Linguistics
• Qualification Developer: The University of the West Indies
• Quality Assurance Body: University Council of Jamaica (UCJ)
• Entry Requirements: Minimum of five (5) CSEC (CXC) General Proficiency (Grades I-III) or GCE O-Level subjects which include: compulsory - English Language
• Number of Credits: 90