LIN4740

Linguistic theory

12 points
* 3 hours per week
* First semester
* Clayton

Objectives To review and discuss issues in the scientific and theoretical approach to the study of language and communication.

Synopsis Review and discussion of theoretical approaches to the analysis of language and communication, drawing on issues in phonology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, discourse analysis and sociolinguistics.

Assessment Research essay (4000 words): 40%
* Class participation and exercises (4500 words): 60%