Welcome to the School of Linguistics and Language Studies (SLaLS)!
Welcome to Carleton University’s School of Linguistics and Language Studies, the place on campus for all things language. We offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in Linguistics and in Applied Linguistics and Discourse Studies, and are proud to offer a Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (CTESL), world-class modern language courses, English as a Second Language for Academic Purposes (ESLA), and advanced Communication Courses for the Disciplines and Professions.
Undergraduate Programs
Read more about our undergraduate programs (BA, BA Honours and BSc Honours) and minors.
Graduate Programs
Read more about our graduate programs (MA, PhD, Graduate Diploma).
ESL Requirements
Learn about ESL and how to register in our Credit ESL (ESLA) courses.
Language Background Questionnaire
Learn more about taking our language courses.
Upcoming Events
Apr 30
4th Annual Linguistics Graduate Student Conference
- 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM
- 303 St. Patrick’s Building (Carleton University Art Gallery), Carleton University
May 10
Future Ravens Welcome
- 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Carleton University, Carleton University
Multi Day
Convocation for the Class of 2025
- June 16 to 20
- Carleton University, Carleton University
Recent News
Spotlight on Student Research: Celebrating Research Excellence in SLaLS
As another term winds down and students wrap up their final exams, we wanted to take a moment to reflect…
Linguavision 2025 Wrapped
And just like that it’s a wrap on Linguavision 2025. But what a night! Thanks to everyone who came out…
Course Spotlight: Second Language Acquisition and Learning Theories
Professor Peggy Hartwick was recently featured in a Digital Short produced by Teaching and Learning Services (TLS). The video tells…
Carleton Students Compete in 2025 Toronto Korean Speech Contest
In March, nine Carleton University students travelled to Toronto to participate in the 19th Annual Toronto Korean Speech Contest. Approximately…
Videos
Linguistics at Carleton | Jasmine’s Story
Applied Linguistics and Discourse Studies at Carleton | Emily’s Story
CTESL Program at Carleton University
Modern Languages at Carleton University
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