GRN4165

Language and Society: Sociolinguistics from a German Language Perspective (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Heinz Kreutz

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: Students completing this subject should have achieved a basic understanding of the link between the German language and society at different levels of societal organisation. Assuming a basic proficiency in the German language, students should consolidate and reinforce their understanding of the role the German language plays in modern German society. The areas covered will supplement the language and culture core subjects in German, and students are expected to achieve an understanding of central issues in the acquisition of the German language, such as language and society, politics and education. This will require students to understand the central role of the German language as a mirror of contemporary German speaking societies through the study of a wide range of English and German texts.

Assessment: Essay (1800-2000 words, in English or German): 40% + Class paper: 10% + Examination (1 hour): 30% + 3 practical homework exercises: 20%

Contact Hours: 3 hours (1 x lecture and 2 x seminar) per week

Prerequisites: Advanced German Studies 3, part 2 or above; or equivalent

Prohibitions: GRN3165