Dr. Jean Ntakirutimana

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jean B. Ntakirutimana is an Associate Professor at Brock University specializing in Linguistics and language education. He obtained his PhD and MA in Linguistics from the University of Montreal and holds a BA in African Linguistics and Literatures from the University of Bujumbura. His research interests encompass a broad range of linguistic domains, including morpho-lexicology, lexicography, terminography, syntax, semantics, stylistics, and translation. Additionally, he focuses on language learning and contact, with particular emphasis on ecolinguistics and computer-aided lexicography. He is actively involved in interdisciplinary work that explores the complexity of language through multi-level analyses of phonetics and textual structures. Dr. Ntakirutimana teaches various courses, including Intermediate French, Grammar Composition, and Phonetics & Phonology, contributing to the development of language abilities in his students.

Research Interests

Courses

Intermediate French Grammar Composition Phonetics & Phonology Composition & Stylistics Linguistic Approach to Textual Analysis Introductory Kiswahili

Requirements for Brock University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.