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Starting point for a wide range of specialised careers
You love words. You like debating pronunciation or the origin of a slang phrase. You're an insatiable reader, and you have the vocabulary to prove it.
In linguistics, you'll study the 'how' and the 'why' of the vernacular we use today and discover how our words have evolved over time. You'll research where new words come from and the way in which, when we're children, our spoken vocabulary develops more quickly than anything else.
Many linguists will spend a great deal of time investigating a specific language, collecting evidence and documenting a language.
If words are your passion, studying linguistics at Griffith is for you.
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Student ambassadors will guide you through our lecture theatres, teaching rooms and some of the many state-of-the-art facilities and amenities that are on offer.
Study linguistics at Griffith
A scientific approach to studying language
Linguistics is the science, nature and function of language and how it's used in society. It provides students with an insight into the most fundamental of all human faculties, develops strong analytical skills and a foundation for work in multiple areas—from marketing and publishing to media and mass communications, audiology, speech and language therapy, and so much more.
If you're into technology, linguistics makes you a great candidate for tech companies. You'll be on their radar because you comprehend how and why people interact in their day to day lives and how and why they respond to businesses, and through online communication.
Studying here, you'll benefit from dedicated teaching practice like no other. You'll learn in small classes, getting individual attention from award winning lecturers with years of teaching experience.
You'll apply your knowledge of linguistics and your chosen language in real world challenges including second language learning and teaching, intercultural communication, and translating and interpreting.
Harry Harding
From Ipswich schoolboy to Chinese talk show host and Internet pop sensation, the journey to international stardom is a dream come true for Griffith University languages graduate Harry Harding. Harry has been working as a journalist and a presenter at GDTV World channel in Guangzhou, South China for the past three years, where he hosts a talk show, a travel show and a documentary program. Such is Harry's prodigious talent that rival Hong Kong-based stations HKSTV has poached him, offering him a new position as a television presenter.
'Griffith gave me the language and communication skills to tackle this enormous challenge and communicate effectively with guests and co-workers from all different backgrounds and cultures,' he said.
Scholarships
We offer a range of scholarships for new and continuing students.
Career outcomes
Job opportunities that can take you anywhere
A background in linguistics is highly relevant to many professions including teaching, translation, language and speech pathology.
It also complements a wide range of contemporary career paths such as tourism, hospitality, publishing, advertising, public relations, sales and marketing, media and international business. With a linguistics qualification you may consider opportunities such as:
- Translator
- Interpreter
- Tourism
- Journalism
- Language teacher
- Company manager
- International educator
- Diplomatic officer
- Marketing executive
- International development worker
- Law
- Commerce
- The arts
Life at Griffith
You can gain more than just a degree at Griffith. With plenty of opportunities to balance life and study, you can make memories and mates to last a lifetime.
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Key dates
Friday 20 May — Saturday 21 May
Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo
Visit us at the Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo and explore the different degrees and careers options at Griffith.
Monday 23 May — Monday 23 May
Responsible Business and Government Leaders of the Future
This Griffith Business School event sees Year 10 and 11 students undertake a series of workshops regarding business leadership, entrepreneurship, and business design.
Wednesday 25 May — Wednesday 25 May
Responsible Business and Government Leaders of the Future
This Griffith Business School event sees Year 10 and 11 students undertake a series of workshops regarding business leadership, entrepreneurship, and business design.
Tuesday 31 May — Tuesday 31 May
Tertiary Education Experience (Student Disability and Accessibility)
This on-campus day is designed for students with a disability to undertake careers workshops and discover how to prepare for university.
Thursday 2 June — Thursday 2 June
Application Support Webinar
Have you got questions about your university application? Join our Application Support Webinar to get tips from expert advisers and to talk to current students.
Sunday 12 June — Sunday 12 June
Griffith University’s Creative Arts Open Day
Join us as Griffith’s South Bank precinct showcases the immense talents and state-of-the-art facilities of the Queensland Conservatorium, Queensland College of Art and Griffith Film School through hands-on workshops with real students and artists.
Monday 13 June — Tuesday 14 June
Griffith Science and Engineering Challenge
Year 10 students will have the unique opportunity to experience a side of science and engineering they may not have encountered before.
Thursday 16 June — Friday 17 June
Griffith Science and Engineering Challenge
Year 10 students will have the unique opportunity to experience a side of science and engineering they may not have encountered before.
Thursday 23 June — Friday 24 June
Women in STEM
This event is designed for girls in Years 8, 9 and 10 looking to expand their interest in the world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
Monday 27 June — Thursday 30 June
Performing Arts workshops - Winter School
The Performing Arts department of Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University’s Winter School and Audition Workshops for both Acting and Musical Theatre participants.
Monday 27 June — Friday 1 July
Griffith Film School Experience Week
Tailored to current Year 11 and 12 students, participants complete a piece of work for their creative portfolio while experiencing what it’s like to study at the Griffith Film School.
Monday 4 July — Thursday 7 July
Performing Arts workshops - Auditions
The Performing Arts department of Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University’s Winter School and Audition Workshops for both Acting and Musical Theatre participants.
Tuesday 5 July — Tuesday 5 July
Year 11 and 12 Experience Days
Griffith’s Experience Days events will offer high school students the opportunity to come on campus and immerse themselves in their specific study area of interest for the day.
Wednesday 6 July — Wednesday 6 July
Year 11 and 12 Experience Days
Griffith’s Experience Days events will offer high school students the opportunity to come on campus and immerse themselves in their specific study area of interest for the day.
Thursday 7 July — Thursday 7 July
Year 11 and 12 Experience Days
Griffith’s Experience Days events will offer high school students the opportunity to come on campus and immerse themselves in their specific study area of interest for the day.
Friday 8 July — Friday 8 July
Year 11 and 12 Experience Days
Griffith’s Experience Days events will offer high school students the opportunity to come on campus and immerse themselves in their specific study area of interest for the day.
Friday 15 July — Sunday 17 July
Melbourne Careers Expo
Join us at the Melbourne Careers Expo to get the information you need about our degrees and explore a variety of career options.
Saturday 16 July — Sunday 17 July
TSXPO
Talk to Griffith’s academic and professional staff about our degrees, flexible study options, admissions pathways, how to apply, scholarships and support services.
Tuesday 19 July — Tuesday 19 July
Sunshine Coast Careers Expo
Explore your career options and a variety of degrees at the Griffith University booth at the 2022 Sunshine Coast Careers Expo.
Tuesday 26 July — Tuesday 26 July
IGNITE Youth Careers Expo
Visit the Griffith University booth and discover our wide range of degrees, pathway options, and learn more about studying at Griffith.
Monday 1 August — Monday 1 August
Townsville Careers Expo
Whether you’re a high school student, parent, mature or postgraduate student, join us at this expo to explore the different career and degree options available at Griffith.
Sunday 14 August — Sunday 14 August
Griffith University’s Open Day
Spanning across Nathan and Gold Coast campuses, Open Day will showcase our world-class facilities, unique student life, and give you direct access to students and academics.
Thursday 18 August — Thursday 18 August
Parent and Student Information Webinar - Years 9 and 10
This informative online webinar offers Year 9 and 10 high school students and their parents the opportunity to get personalised study and subject selection advice.
Tuesday 27 September — Thursday 29 September
Experience Days – Years 9 and 10
High school students will have the opportunity to come on campus and get a real feel for what it’s like to study in that field at Griffith.