autumn 2017 HIF-3022 Phonology I - 10 ECTS
Course content
Provided that counting the languages of the world makes sense, we assume that approximately 6800 different languages are currently in use. These languages show an infinite but limited variation when it comes to syntax as well as phonology. When comparing languages we find that similar phenomena occur cross-linguistically, independently of whether the languages are related. This course is an introduction to the classification of languages both genetically (relatedness) and typologically (based on their structural characteristics).Objectives of the course
The students have the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student has:
- The students should be able to show thorough knowledge of how the phonology subcomponent of a grammar interacts with other modules and how a phonological system is acquired in first language learning.
Skills
The student is able to / can:
- develop skills in analysing unfamiliar language data and in presenting their findings orally and in writing.
Assessment
The following coursework requirements must be completed and approved in order to take the final exam:
Coursework requirements: 6 hand-in exercises.
The exam will consist of:
Assessment method: A term paper of 7000 words, in Wiseflow. Performance in the course will be assessed on an A-F grades scale. Grades are A-E for passed and F for failed.
A re-sit examination is offered in the event of an F grade. The deadline to register for a re-sit examination is January 15th for the autumn semester and August 15th for the spring semester.
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- About the course
- Campus: Tromsø |
- ECTS: 10
- Course code: HIF-3022
- Responsible unit
- Department of Language and Culture