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122020 VO Introduction to the Study of Language 2 (2025W)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 12 - Anglistik

Please note: prerequisites apply in order to participate in the corresponding lecture exam. The modules/study programmes with which you can sign up for the exam are indicated at the bottom of the page. For questions that arise after reading through these prerequisites, please contact the SSS Anglistik directly.
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We 08.10. 13:15-14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03

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Details

Language: English

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Wednesday 15.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 22.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 29.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 05.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 12.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 19.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 26.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 03.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 10.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 17.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 07.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 14.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03
  • Wednesday 21.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal C2 UniCampus Hof 2 2G-K1-03

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This lecture forms the second part of a one-year introductory programme that aims at providing first-year students of English with an overview of the major areas of linguistic knowledge and will complement the topics discussed in the course Introduction to the Study of Language 1. After a discussion of English phonetics and phonology, we will move on the internal architecture of words (morphology). Subsequently, we will consider different approaches to grammar, studying in particular how words combine to form phrases and sentences (syntax). Finally, the course will address how language is processed and stored (psycholinguistics).

Assessment and permitted materials

Written examination on the topics dealt with in class and in the required reading: phonology & phonetics (including transcription), morphology, syntax and psycholinguistics.

To pass, students need 45 out of 75 points.
Grading scale:
60-75: 1
55.5-59.5: 2
50.5-55: 3
45-50: 4
<45: 5

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Students will be familiar with basic notions of English phonetics and phonology, morphology, syntax and psycholinguistics, and will be able to apply this knowledge in specific task (including phonetic transcription and structural analysis at the level of the words, phrase, clause and text).

Examination topics

lecture, e-learning materials, textbook chapters

Reading list

Yule. 2010. The Study of Language, 6th edition. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
Ingo Plag, Maria Braun, Sabine Lappe & Mareile Schramm. 2009. Introduction to English Linguistics, 2nd edition. Berlin: Mouton de Gruyter.

Additional materials will be made available during the semester.

Association in the course directory

Studium: BA 612, EC 125, EC 126
Code/Modul: BA05.1
Lehrinhalt: 12-0096

Last modified: We 23.07.2025 14:45