Linguists are engaged in the scientific study of language and its structures. They analyze language patterns, explore the development of languages and contribute to the understanding of language use. They are used in various fields such as linguistics, psycholinguistics and sociolinguistics. Linguists may also be active in speech therapy, education or translation and interpretation.
In Germany, the salary for linguists or linguists is between €2,775 and €5,000 gross per month. The average annual salary is about €40,000, which corresponds to a monthly salary of €3,333. The average salary is low at €26,425 gross per month. Salaries vary by state, with linguists in Hamburg, Hesse and Baden-Württemberg earning the best.
To work as a linguist, you usually need a degree in linguistics or a related field. A bachelor's degree in linguistics is the first step; many positions also require a master's degree or even a doctorate, especially if you want to work in research.
Linguists have a wide range of career opportunities in areas such as education, translation, speech therapy, research and corporate communication. They can work in academic institutions, publishing houses, market research or technology-oriented companies, especially in professions dealing with artificial intelligence and language processing.
