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
Discover our undergraduate programs (BA and BSc), CTESL, 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
Mar 14
March Open House for Prospective Students
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9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
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Richcraft Hall, Carleton University
Mar 31
Linguavision 2026
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7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
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Kailash Mital Theatre, Southam Hall, Carleton University
Apr 2
21st Annual Graduate Student Symposium | From Classroom to Community: Applied Linguistics and Discourse Studies for a Changing World
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3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
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2017 Dunton Tower, Carleton University
Multi Day
Conversation Groups in the LLRC
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January 6 to April 10
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337 St. Patrick’s Building, Carleton University
Recent News
Experiential Learning Hub Media Team Wins Maple Media Distinction Award for Video Featuring Peggy Hartwick
The Experiential Learning Hub’s Media Team has recently been recognized with a Maple Media Distinction Award for their project, Teaching Toolkit. “The Maple Media Awards recognize creativity and …
Rachelle Vessey Published in Language in Society
Associate Professor Rachelle Vessey recently co-published a new article in the leading sociolinguistics journal Language in Society, titled “A tripartite model examining language ideologies: Exploring …
Eva Kartchava and Mike Murphy Each Awarded Future Learning Innovation Fellowship
Congratulations to Professors Eva Kartchava and Mike Murphy, recipients of the Future Learning Innovation Fellowship from Teaching and Learning Services (TLS). This Fellowship provides funding …
Showcasing Student Creativity: Hangeul Day T-Shirt Reveal
In October 2025, the Korean language teaching team hosted an event to celebrate Hangeul Day, a public holiday dedicated to the Korean alphabet. During the …