<p>I was wondering if it would be easy to double major (or even major and get a minor) in Linguistics and Language Studies since the majority of the classes overlap. For example, I speak Spanish and French very well (the former better than the latter), and I would like to possibly major/minor in one (or both!) of them. Would the department allow it, since linguistic majors with language emphasis are placed under the Language Studies major.</p>
<p>im also wondering about double majoring or minoring so if anyone has any information it’d be great.</p>
<p>Double majoring is doable, but it requires a lot of upper-division courses in both majors. I’m currently majoring in Business Management Economics and seeking a double major in Computer Science, so I know the type of course load associated with double majoring. Minoring is not too difficult as it basically requires you to take the same lower division courses as a major, but just 2-3 less upper division courses. In all honesty, getting a minor can be pretty pointless. You are basically 2 or 3 courses away from actually completing the major-requirements, so I think it’s better to just complete those courses. </p>
<p>I’m not an expert in the linguistics or language studies department, but I would ask an advisor from the department if it’s possible to double major with these two majors. The reason I say this is because there are limits on your double major if the courses REALLY overlap (around 80%). For example: I can’t double major in Business Economics AND Economics. However, like I said, I’ve never taken classes in either of these departments at UCSC, so I’m not sure what the requirements are like.</p>
<p>Hey all, I’m currently double majoring in Linguistics and Classics, and I can tell you first hand that you can’t major in both the Linguistics and Language Studies programs. They’re too entwined with each other. </p>
<p>The Ling major is very analytical, but is great, and pays off because the Ling department is one of the best. The Language studies program is great too, and still has to take a fair amount of Linguistics classes. Just a note, there are many cuts happening here on campus, especially in the language department, so try to stay on top what’s going on or you’ll be SOL.
Bon Chance!</p>
<p>It’s especially helpful if you have a lot of transfer credits from APs or CC courses. My friend had a ton (incoming she had enough credits to be considered a Sophomore), and she’s set to major in Classics and Marine Bio. As different as they can get, but her counselor has confirmed that she can complete them both in 4 years.</p>