English and drama

Topics in Language and Society

Module code: Q3301
Level 6
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar
Assessment modes: Coursework

This module centres on one area of staff specialisation. The topic and reading list will be announced in the year prior.

This may include particular methodological or theoretical approaches, study of a particular period or event in the culture and language or a particular level of linguistic or discourse analysis.

The changing nature of this module allows us to adapt quickly to changes in the field.

Module learning outcomes

• Apply up-to-date theoretical concepts regarding the interaction of language and society
• Define and explain the phonological concepts of syllables, stress, tone and phonemes.
• Analyse phonological data in a range of different theoretical frameworks.
• Explain how English phonology relates typologically to other systems.