Course - Theoretical Approaches to English Language - ENG2155
ENG2155 - Theoretical Approaches to English Language
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | F |
Course content
This course provides an in-depth study of selected phenomena in English grammar and/or translation from the point of view of state-of-the-art frameworks and approaches. In addition, the course addresses issues in comparative grammar, for example parametric differences between English and Norwegian.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Candidates who have passed this course,
- are aware of the basic concepts of the grammar of English and ways of describing and explaining them using one or more current theoretical approaches.
- have in-depth knowledge of selected phenomena in English grammar.
- have basic knowledge of issues in comparative grammar.
Skills
Candidates who have passed this course,
- are able to describe systematic differences between English and another language, e.g. Norwegian.
- are able to analyse phenomena in English grammar within one or more theoretical frameworks or approaches.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, seminars, discussions and supervision. Students are required to use the course learning platform regularly.
Students should expect that this 7.5 credit course equates with approximately 10 hours of work per week, including teaching time.
Obligatory assignment:
Written work of ca. 2000 words/4-5 pages, which may be split over several assignments. Online quizzes may substitute for a portion of this.
Approved obligatory assignment is valid for 2 semesters (the semester in which the approval is given, plus the following semester). All portions of the obligatory assignment must be completed in the same semester.
Compulsory assignments
- Written work of ca. 2000 words.Online quizzes may substitute for a portion of this.
Further on evaluation
Information about which dictionaries students are allowed to consult during the exam will be available in the reading list at the beginning of the semester.
Recommended previous knowledge
ENG1201
Required previous knowledge
Pass in ENG1101 or equivalent
Course materials
Curriculum/reading list will be available at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG2152 | 7.5 | ||
| HFENG235 | 7.5 |
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Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- English Language
- English
- English Linguistics
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 F 2023-11-29 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL110 Sluppenvegen 14 23 - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 F INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"