ENGL 202 - Introduction to Linguistics

    Recent Professors
    Mariam Kushkaki, Sean Perry
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    32–38 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4G · CSU GE Area D4 · CSU GE Area C2 · CSU GE Area D7
    Description
    This course is designed to introduce students to the field of linguistics. In this course, students develop an understanding of the nature of language through the study of core areas in linguistics, including phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. Students also read, write, and think critically about related fields such as psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, historical linguistics, and animal communication. This course is intended for students majoring in English or those with a general interest in linguistics.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 9:35am–11:00am, Tue Thu 11:10am–12:30pm, Tue Thu 9:35am–10:55am