EN-462 Phonology - theoretical and experimental topics (Spring 2026)
- ECTS Credits:
- 10
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Humanities and Education
- Course Leader:
- Allison Louise Wetterlin
- Lecture Semester:
- Spring
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- ½ year
Table of contents
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Advanced Teacher Education level 8-13, 5-year Master's Programme
- Translation and Professional Communication, Master's programme
- Master's Programme in English
Teaching language
English
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students have acquired
- thorough knowledge of phonological theory especially pertaining to English phonology
- specialised insight into how different theoretical frameworks account for the mental representation of phonology
- detailed knowledge of experimental methods used to test phonological theories
On successful completion of the course, students are able to
- critically evaluate a range of phonological theories using appropriate evidence.
- critically evaluate a broad range of methodological approaches to the study of language processing
- write clear and concise summaries of key research articles and well-structured essays
Contents
This course focuses on the phonology of English, taking a closer look at the key theoretical issues as well as the experiments designed and conducted to test these theories. In the first part of the course, we will read and discuss general phonological theory and the implications they have for English. In the second part, we will read and discuss experimental literature that supports or refutes these theories. The degree of diachronic or synchronic focus of this course can be adjusted to fit individual interests.
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures, discussions, individual work and in groups, including the term paper. Active and regular participation is required. The estimated workload is approximately 270 hours.
Examination requirements
Students must attend 70% of the seminars and a one written midterm assignment must be approved.
Examinations
Individual term paper. Graded assessment.
Student evaluation
The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1.
Offered as a free-standing course
Yes, if there are places available.
Admission Requirement if given as a free-standing course
Identical to the admissions requirements for the programme.
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| EN-441 – Phonology - theoretical and experimental topics. | 10 |
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Oct. 15, 2026 8:19:48 AM