Course content

Starting point: Methods in applied linguistics is an area where a wide variety of theories and research methods are used. There is a complete overlap in credits between AVS3305 and the two courses HFAVS305 and HFAVS203.
Content: AVS3305 offers an introduction to central research strategies and practical experience with different methodological approaches. A main focus in the course is the relation between problem wording, theory, methods and material. Ethical aspects in academic and scientific work are also emphasized, as are different forms of reporting and disseminating research.

Learning outcome

The intention of the course is to enable students to both conduct independent research related to linguistic communication and communication problems, and to assess academic examinations and practical initiatives.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and seminars.
More on assessment: Obligatory written and oral exercises must be approved before the candidate can do the take-home exam. The size of the written assignment must be between 15-30 typed A4-pages (line spacing 1.5).The size of the take-home exam depends partly on the subject, but is usually between 15-30 typed A4-pages (line spacing 1.5).

Compulsory assignments

• 1 approved written assignment
• 1 approved oral exercise

Recommended previous knowledge

Bachelor in Applied Linguistics.

Required previous knowledge

Either AVS1111, AVS1117 or AVS2215.

Credit reductions