Upon the successful completion of the Doctorate Program in Linguistics, the student will be able to:
- Analyze core theoretical ideas from various linguistic disciplines and interdisciplinary fields.
- Critically evaluate the structure and function of language in natural discourse across diverse contexts.
- Investigate cultural and linguistic diversity on controversial cross-cultural communication and dialogue.
- Investigate general issues concerning nature and function of English language with reference to relevant acquisition principles and implications for teaching and learning.
- Develop solutions to current and complex linguistic problems by employing advanced research methodologies.
- Critique scientific literature and methodologies related to linguistic research.
- Conduct scholarly projects/papers that demonstrate comprehensive research and critical analysis within specific areas of linguistics.
- Complete an original, creative thesis that demonstrably advances language science, using the current professional writing conventions and appropriate research designs.
- Utilize up-to-date technology, including the latest software and AI tools, skillfully and ethically in linguistic research.
- Show respect of cultural diversity, ethics and professional behavior through interacting with and demonstrating appreciation of different literary and linguistic works from a variety of cultures.
The following are the doctorate programs in Linguistics referenced in the benchmarking process for developing the learning outcomes:
1. The PhD program in Language Science at UC Irvine:
https://www.langsci.uci.edu/grad.php
2. The PhD program in Linguistics at University of Wisconsin-Madison:
https://guide.wisc.edu/graduate/language-sciences/linguistics-phd/
3. The PhD program in Linguistics and Translation at University of Sharjah:
https://www.sharjah.ac.ae/Academics/Degree/Graduate/PHD-Linguistics-and-Translation