Sign Language Linguistics
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    Sign Language Linguistics

    University of Amsterdam
    University of Amsterdam
    Netherlands Antilles
    Netherlands Antilles, Amsterdam
    University Rank:#55
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    Duration36 month(s)
    Tuition Fee
    EUR 9,450 / Year
    Apply DateApril 1, 2022
    Next IntakeMay 1, 2022

    Sign Language Linguistics

    About

    Overview The world of Sign LanguageSign languages from all around the world demonstrate interesting similarities, but they are not mutually intelligible and differ from each other in significant ways. Interestingly, many of these differences reflect variation also attested in spoken languages. The acquisition of sign languages also shows interesting similarities and differences with the acquisition of spoken languages. The Sign Language Linguistics programme of the University of Amsterdam teaches you general linguistic principles and methods and offers you a wide range of courses in sign languages that address these fascinating topics.Is Sign Language Linguistics right for you?Sign Language Linguistics is the ideal programme for you if:You are broadly interested in language and sign language specifically.You enjoy solving puzzles and problems that require a systematic approach.You want to understand how sign languages resemble or differ from spoken languages as well as each other.You’d like to learn a sign language yourself.You would like to know how sign languages are acquired, and how they function in society. I want to find another Bachelor Course
    In the Sign Language Linguistics programme of the University of Amsterdam, you will explore sign languages, their structure, acquisition and use from the perspective of a linguist, while learning at least one sign language yourself.

    Disciplines

    Communication SciencesLanguage StudiesLinguistics

    Requirements

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 92

    Other Requirements

    1Students applying to one of our Bachelor’s programmes should hold a Dutch VWO diploma, a HBO propedeuse or a foreign diploma that is equivalent to one of these diplomas. If you have foreign credentials, mathematics and English should be included in your final examination or attended until the last year of your secondary education.The starting level of a regular study programme at Dutch universities is comparable to that of other Western European countries, but it is generally higher than in most countries outside Western Europe.If you are a non-native English speaker, you will need to demonstrate English language proficiency in order to be eligible for our English-taught Bachelor’s programmes.

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    Sign Language Linguistics

    University of Amsterdam

    University of Amsterdam

    Netherlands Antilles

    Netherlands Antilles, Amsterdam

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