Linguistics

Language is present in all aspects of our daily lives and our capacity to use it makes human beings unique as a species. In the UvA Bachelor's programme in Linguistics, you will explore both the structure and acquisition of language as well as the diversity of language around the world. As a linguist you are interested in the structure and function of language in a broad sense, how we acquire language, how it can be impaired, how it is represented in the brain, how it functions in society, how we deal with 2, 3, or 4 languages at the same time, and how it changes. All of these questions are addressed in this broad Bachelor's programme in Linguistics. In this programme you are introduced to a number of linguistic subjects, including the study of a modern language of your choice. Alongside the core programme, you specialise by selecting a minor or electives in one or more of your fields of interest. You can also decide to study abroad for a semester or do an internship.

The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632, is one of Europe's largest research universities with over 35,000 students. Located in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, it's renowned for social sciences, humanities, and business programs. Ranked #53 worldwide and known for its progressive academic culture.