Course
Course 7.5 credits • ALSM22
The course ALSM22 is currently not being offered
The course introduces sociolinguistic theories and methods. Fundamental concepts such as accomodation theory and linguistic variation related to variables such as geography, social class, age and gender are discussed in detail. Other areas covered include politeness, forms of address, and the roll of language for identity. Particular weight is placed on multilingualism and how multilingual individuals use ther languages in different situations. The course also covers principles that govern code-switching, language choice and language death. Further, the course presents an overview of language use during various periods of time in different parts of the world.
Admission Requirements
Grudnläggande samt 60 hp i något språkämne, lingvistik, eller motsvarande.
General requirements and 60 ECTS from any language subject, linguistics, or equivalent.
To be eligible for the course requires the completion of courses at foundation level, which include semantics.
Programme affiliation: Part of Master's Programme in Language and Linguistics
Study period:
spring semester 2015
Type of studies:
part time, 50 %,
day
Study period:
2015-03-24 – 2015-06-05
Language of instruction:
English
Application code:
LU-75762
Eligibility:
60 ECTS in linguistics or any language subject. English 6/English Course B.
Teachers:
Gisela Håkansson
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