Linguists

(NOC 4169)
+33.89%
 

What do Linguists do?

Linguists study the origin, structure and development of languages and apply linguistic theory to problems in teaching, translation and communications.

How to become: Linguists

People in this group usually require a college diploma or a university degree in their field of work. Most recent entrants have an undergraduate university degree or a master's degree.

Some may require a master's or doctoral degree in their field of work.

They may require several years' experience in their field of work.

Where to study for a career as: Linguists

University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research
Edmonton, Alberta, CA

Related Program(s):
Linguistics Doctorate
Linguistics (Thesis Based) Master
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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, England, GB

Related Program(s):
English Language and Applied Linguistics Bachelor; Honours
English Language and Linguistics Bachelor; Honours
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University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, CA

Related Program(s):
Linguistics Bachelor; Honours
Linguistics Bachelor
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York University - Glendon Campus
Toronto, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Linguistics, Language and Society (BA) Bachelor; Honours
Linguistics, Language and Society (iBA) Bachelor; Honours
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Lakehead University - Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Languages Bachelor; Honours
Languages Bachelor
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University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England, GB

Related Program(s):
English Language and Linguistics Bachelor; Honours
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Modified on January 26, 2022

How much do Linguists make?

Low:
$39,520
Average:
$69,992
High:
$99,840

Job openings for Linguists

Job Seekers:
7,800
Job Openings:
6,300