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Experimental Study of Language Graduate Certificate

Experimental Study of Language Graduate Certificate

The scientific study of language is spread across multiple disciplines and is growing rapidly. The OHIO graduate certificate in the experimental study of language is for graduate students who wish to broaden their education in the study of language and gain research knowledge and experience.

This certificate is attractive to students in Spanish, Linguistics, Latin American Studies, International Studies, Psychology, and Communication Sciences and Disorders.

  • Admission Requirements

    Students should compose a statement of intent, two to three pages, that outlines reasons for wanting to be admitted to the certificate program. This statement of intent must be accompanied by a letter, addressed to the IESL Associate Director for Training, asking for consideration for admission. Upon application, potential students will have already identified a research mentor (for the research project). Grade point average requirement = 3.2.

    International Students

    An I-20 cannot be issued based on admission to this certificate. However, this certificate can be completed as part of an Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ University graduate degree in a related field, and an I-20 may be issued based on admission to that degree program.

  • Courses & Curriculum

    The certificate requires 14 credit hours. Students take a Research Methods Course, followed by two Language/Language Development courses. After conducting a Research Project, students will produce a manuscript that serves as a culminating experience.

    The curriculum extends across units participating in the Institute for the Experimental Study of Language (IESL). Note: the research project for this certificate will not count toward a requirement in the student’s home degree program.

Contact Us

If you have questions or would like more information about the Experimental Study of Language Graduate Certificate, contact the program at csd@ohio.edu.