Historical and comparative linguistics
Proposed to be offered next in 1998
P Paul
8 points
* 3 hours per week
* First semester
* Clayton
Objectives To study language as a dynamic system of communication which in spite of its regularities is at all times subject to variation and change and to provide the basic skills required for a plausible and consistent hypothesis about the interaction of the factors responsible for language change.
Synopsis The subject comprises work on language change and language typology. Examples will be drawn from phonology, morphology, syntax, and lexicology. Attempts at explaining language change are discussed.
Assessment second year Test (1 hour): 40%
* Written practical
assignment (2000 words): 50%
* Class participation: 10%
Assessment third year Test (1 hour): 40%
* Written practical
assignment (2000 words): 50%
* Class participation: 10%
* Third-year
students will be assessed at a higher level.
Prescribed texts
Crowley T An introduction to historical linguistics OUP, 1992
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