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LING6525 Special Topics in Linguistics

Offered By School of Language Studies
Academic Career Graduate Coursework
Course Subject Linguistics
Offered in Second Semester, 2012, First Semester, 2013, and Second Semester, 2013
Unit Value 6 units
Course Description

Intensive study of one or more topics in linguistics, through a combination of lectures, prescribed readings, and written analysis. The topics may be studied in conjunction with the biennial Australian Linguistic Institute organised by the Australian Linguistic Society.

Learning Outcomes

Since the specific topic is worked out between the student and the lecturer, no general statement can be provided.  However, increased ability to read and respond to serious scholarly literature would be an expected outcome of doing the course.

Indicative Assessment

Two 3000 word essays (50% each), or equivalent.

Workload

taught by arrangement to a specific student by a specific staff member, subject to consent by convenor and the staff member

Course Classification(s) TransitionalTransitional courses are designed for students from a broad range of backgrounds and learning achievements, which provide for the acquisition of generic skills; or an informed understanding of contemporary issues; or fundamental knowledge for transition to Advanced or Specialist courses.
Areas of Interest Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
Requisite Statement

Approval of the Convener

Consent Required The consent of the convenor and lecturer is required
Programs Master of Linguistics
Other Information

This course may be offered dependent on demand and availability of resources. Students must contact a specific lecturer with a proposal.

Academic Contact Professor Jane Simpson

The information published on the Study at ANU 2012 website applies to the 2012 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2011 website.

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