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The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

English.

Prerequisites

45 ECTS credits in English. EN-122, EN-146 and EN-168 or the equivalent must be successfully completed.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course, the student has

  • in-depth knowledge of a specific topic or topics within the field of English linguistics.
  • a thorough understanding of central methods and relevant theories related to the topic(s) addressed in the course.
  • familiarity with central research in the topic(s) addressed in the course.

On completion of the course, the student can

  • account for the central aspects of the topic(s) dealt with.
  • present and discuss relevant topics in some detail with linguistic terminology.
  • explain and demonstrate understanding of relevant linguistic concepts.

Contents

This course focuses on one or more topics in English linguistics and builds on knowledge and skills acquired at the 100-level of English linguistics. The topics may be related to fields of study within theoretical and/or applied linguistics and may be addressed from a synchronic and/or diachronicperspective.

Teaching and learning methods

The teaching consists of lectures and seminars but may also include other methods, such as oral and written presentations, group work and individual work. Active and regular participation is expected. The workload is estimated to 270 hours.

Examination requirements

To be eligible to take the exam, all obligatory tasks must be assessed as a pass. An overview of the obligatory tasks will be given on Canvas at the start of the term. 70% compulsory attendance of classes.

Examinations

4-hour written examination. Graded assessment.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes, if there are places available.

Admission Requirement if given as a free-standing course

Higher Education Entrance Qualification and 50 ECTS credits of English. EN-122, EN-146 and EN-168 or the equivalent.

Admission for external candidates

No.
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