EIU3130

English as the language of action and reflection

Lorraine Bullock

8 points
* 4 hours per week
* Second semester
* Clayton
* Prerequisites: EIU2110 and EIU3110 or permission of the subject convener (third year)

Objectives As for EIU2130. In addition third-year students will have the opportunity to research areas of authentic language use in both speech and writing that reflect distinct and varied ideological affiliations.

Synopsis As for EIU2130.

Assessment Written (2000 words): 25%
* Examinations (3 hours): 30%
* Seminar participation: 10%
* Research paper (1000 words): 15%
* Seminar paper: 20%
* Third-year level students will be expected to demonstrate a deeper analytical understanding of the theoretical issues involved and will be offered separate essay and research topics that reflect this perception.

Prescribed texts

Set texts and supplemental references are provided in the course handbook available from the Department of English.