Hons in Linguistics (HBA) is a honours degree in Linguistics & Language Studies programme offered by University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada.
At a glance
Degree:Honours Degree
Field:Linguistics & Language Studies
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
Linguistics is offered by the Department of Linguistics in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto's St. George campus, leading to an Honours Bachelor of Arts (HBA) with Specialist (12.0 credits), Major (7.0 credits), or Minor (4.0 credits) options. The discipline traces its roots to the ancient Sanskrit grammarians, and its scientific study expanded substantially during the twentieth century. Coursework covers the structure of human language and its relationship to fields such as Cognitive Science, Artificial Intelligence, Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, Psychology, and Philosophy, with linguistics serving both as a subject in its own right and as a foundation for language learning, language teaching, and integrating language with technology. In addition to courses offered directly by the Department of Linguistics, students can take related coursework in other departments, including language departments, Anthropology, Computer Science, Philosophy, and Psychology.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Ontario applicants apply through OUAC using program code TAH (St. George campus) and require the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U/M courses including English (ENG4U/EAE4U); the co-op component of Grade 12 courses is not used for admission. Linguistics is available as a Specialist, Major, or Minor within the Faculty of Arts & Science. Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the university's English proficiency requirement, e.g. IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, or TOEFL iBT 89 overall with at least 22 in Speaking and Writing (tests before 21 January 2026).