Course - Theories in Linguistics - SPRÅK3002
SPRÅK3002 - Theories in Linguistics
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade:
Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
---|---|---|---|---|
Hjemmeeksamen | 100/100 | 5 days |
Course content
This course gives a thorough introduction to selected theories of linguistics, in some cases from a more general standpoint of the philosophy of science. The course will focus on one or more theories or compare a range of different theories.
The course is taught in four variants related to different degree programs in language studies. Students should follow the variant taught in the language they have chosen to study. More detailed course descriptions for each of the variants offered, including learning outcomes for each variant, will be made available in the reading lists/curriculum at the beginning of the semester.
Learning outcome
Candidates who have passed this course
- are able to explain and discuss the main characteristics of selected theories of linguistics.
- can present, discuss and compare different theories of linguistics.
- can discuss the relation between empirical data and theory and how they work together.
- are able to apply theories of linguistics while studying individual languages.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures/seminars. The course is taught in the target language (the language which the student is studying). Students are expected to participate actively in the lectures/seminars for example by presentations, comments and other contributions. Students are required to use the course learning platform regularly.
An approved obligatory assignment is valid for 2 semesters (the semester in which the approval is given, plus the following semester).
Compulsory assignments
- 1-2 obligatoriske aktiviteter
Further on evaluation
The course is assessed by a written home examination ( approx. 4000 words, 5 days). The exam must be answered in the target language.
Recommended previous knowledge
Bachelor's degree with specialization in Nordic languages, English, French or German.
Required previous knowledge
At least 7.5 credits (studiepoeng) of courses in linguistics at ENG2000-, FRA2000-, LING2000-, NORD2000-, or TYSK2000-level.
Course materials
Curriculum/reading list will be made available at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From | To |
---|---|---|---|
SPRÅK3000 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2018
Language of instruction: German, English, French, Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- German Language
- English
- English Linguistics
- French
- French Linguistics
- Scandinavian Language and Literature
- Scandinavian Linguistics
- Language Studies
- German
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Hjemme-eksamen
100/100
Release
2018-11-29Submission
INSPERA
2018-12-04 -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
ORD
Hjemme-eksamen
100/100
Release
2019-05-22Submission
INSPERA
2019-05-27 -
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"