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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

Tamara Sorenson Duncan's talk,

Feb 2

Opening Doors: Understanding Language Learning for Students With Exceptionalities

  • 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM
  • Virtual Event
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Feb 4

Career Services Winter Career and Networking Fair

  • 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  • 2nd floor, Teraanga Commons, Carleton University
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Feb 5

Cocoa With CATL

  • 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
  • 425 MacOdrum Library, Carleton University

Mar 14

March Open House for Prospective Students

  • 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Richcraft Hall, Carleton University

Recent News

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Showcasing Student Creativity: Hangeul Day T-Shirt Reveal

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Hyounjeong Yoo Examines ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ in New Publication

Don Myles and Julie McCarroll

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Don Myles to Offer Insights About Navigating Challenging Teaching Situations

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Call for Abstracts | 2026 SLaLS Graduate Student Symposium

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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