Course - Special Subject in English Language - ENG3110
ENG3110 - Special Subject in English Language
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 100/100 | 1 semesters |
Course content
The course explores a topic of central importance within the field of English linguistics/language studies (e.g. syntax, pragmatics, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, translation studies), or an interdisciplinary topic spanning more than one of those subfields. The course may build upon themes explored in lower-level courses.
A more detailed description of the academic content will be available in the reading list at the beginning of the semester. Students will write a term paper linked to the topic of the course.
Learning outcome
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Candidates who have passed this course
- have in-depth understanding of a topic of central importance in a subfield of English linguistics / language studies
- critical insight into scientific approaches and methods relevant to the analysis of the subject material
Skills
Candidates who have passed this course
- are able to write substantial analytical and/or argumentative texts on the topic studied in academic English, making appropriate use of relevant theoretical notions and specialist scientific literature from the relevant discipline(s).
Learning methods and activities
Learning methods and activities
Lectures/seminars, discussions, supervision. Students are required to use the course learning platform regularly. Students should expect that this 7.5 credit course equates with approximately 10 hours of work per week, including teaching time.
Compulsory assignments
- 1 written assignment, approx 1000 words/2.5 pages
- 1 outline of term paper with literature list approx. 1200 words/3 pages.
Approved obligatory assignments are only valid for the semester in which the approval is given. All obligatory assignments must be completed in the same semester.
Compulsory assignments
- 1 written assignment, approx. 1000 words/2.5 pages
- 1 outline of term paper with literature list approx. 1200 words/3 pages
Further on evaluation
About the assessment
Assessment: Term paper (approx. 2500 words). The term paper must be written in English.
It is not possible for students who have passed the exam in ENG3110 to retake the exam in a semester where this course is not taught. Students who did not pass the exam, or who did not complete the exam due to illness may submit the exam in a semester where this course is not taught; however, they will not receive any supervision.
Recommended previous knowledge
Bachelor's degree with specialisation in English.
Course materials
Curriculum/reading list will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- English Language
- English
- English Linguistics
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
UTS
Assignment
100/100
Release
2024-10-10Submission
2024-10-11
09:00
INSPERA
12:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Assignment 100/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"