Linguistics Online

Start Here, Finish Anywhere

The Start Here Finish Anywhere option is designed to facilitate students who must relocate for personal or professional reasons prior to completion of their BA in Linguistics. Through our Start Here Finish Anywhere option, you can complete the first one to two years of the BA in Linguistics with face-to-face classes in Fairbanks, and finish up via distance learning from virtually anywhere!

Currently, the majority of distance learning is offered synchronously with virtual learners attending class via Zoom alongside students in a physical classroom. Please be sure to consider time zones when considering this option.

Am I eligible?

All students are required to meet the UAF General Education, B.A. Degree and minor requirements, as well as the Linguistic Program’s two language requirement detailed in the UAF Degree Catalog.

Important Terms to Know

Asynchronous Learning

Courses taught asynchronously are generally completed on a learner's own schedule during a given semester. Course work can be done without attending live virtual classes, which can be a great help to those who need a little more flexibility.

Synchronous Learning

Courses taught synchronously can be helpful for students who cannot be physically present at UAF and wish to join a class via Zoom. Unlike asynchronous courses, these have a live lecture component to them that requires the student to attend class at a specific time.

How does it work?

Students must complete the following Linguistics courses face-to-face on the UAF campus.

LING 101 Nature of Language
LING 318 Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology (January - March)
ENGL 318 Modern English Grammar
LING 320 Introduction to Morphosyntax (March - May)

These courses are offered asynchronously.

*LING 302 Second Language Acquisition
*LING 410 Theory and Methods of Second Language Acquisition

Additional electives are available face-to-face or to be taken sychronously.

Courses at the 400-level and above may be taken synchronously.

LING 441 Topics in Linguistics
LING 450 Language Policy and Planning
LING 482 Seminar in Linguistics (capstone course)

* Courses listed as electives are offered on a rotating basis and may not be available every year. Additional electives are available face-to-face on the UAF campus.

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Our Commitment to Students

The Linguistics Program at UAF is committed to working with you to complete your BA. Our faculty teach a range of courses both on campus and through distance delivery. Whether you are considering an international year abroad or you are relocating for personal or professional reasons, our Linguistics Faculty Advisors are here to help you complete your BA in Linguistics.

If you are interested in this option, please contact a Linguistics Faculty Advisor.

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