Description
In this subject students examine the nature of human languages. The subject explores different aspects of human languages, including various linguistic systems such as phonology, semantics or pragmatics. Students are encouraged to consider and compare languages they know to find similarities and differences in their nature and their use. This subject is suitable for students who specialise in language-related fields or who are interested in how human languages work.
Subject details
Type | Postgraduate |
Code | LING71-103 |
EFTSL | 0.125 |
Faculty | Faculty of Society & Design |
Semesters offered |
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Credit | 10 |
Study areas |
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Subject fees |
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Learning outcomes
1. Demonstrate knowledge of relevant theories focused English language and recent developments
2. Apply principles and research methods applicable to the study of the nature of language
3. Analyse complex concepts related to languages to a variety of theoretical paradigms and professional contexts of English language teaching
4. Demonstrate the relevant techniques that enable learners to initiate independent research in and further learning about the nature of language in its use and teaching in diverse contexts
Enrolment requirements
Requisites: ? | Nil |
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Restrictions: ? |
This subject is not available as a general elective. To be eligible for enrolment, the subject must be specified in the students’ program structure. |
Subject outlines
Subject dates
Standard Offering - Online | |
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Enrolment opens | 17/03/2020 |
Semester start | 25/05/2020 |
Subject start | 25/05/2020 |
Cancellation 1? | 08/06/2020 |
Cancellation 2? | 15/06/2020 |
Last enrolment | 07/06/2020 |
Withdraw – Financial? | 20/06/2020 |
Withdraw – Academic? | 11/07/2020 |
Teaching census? | 19/06/2020 |