Sociolinguistic Perspectives on Multilingualism
The course aims to provide advanced and broad interdisciplinary knowledge in multilingualism research by, among other things, examining its historical development and contemporary approaches to studying issues related to language and politics, power, inequality, and diversity in globalized multilingual contexts.
It introduces theoretical and methodological tools for critically analyzing and interpreting the social
meanings of multilingualism in institutional, private, and public settings, as well as across different
semiotic modalities and resources. By focusing on concepts such as language ideologies, code-switching, translanguaging practices, repertoires, reflexivity, performance, and indexicality, the course allows students to further develop research skills in assessing and critiquing scholarship.
This course is a part of Master's Programme in Multilingualism and Second Language Acquisition. You can also apply for the course as a free standing course.
Master's Programme in Multilingualism and Second Language Acquisition.
Teaching Format
Instruction is given in the form of lectures and seminars. Attendance is mandatory. The language of instruction is English.
Assessment
The course is examined on the basis of written assignments, group work with oral and written
presentations, and a final written exam. The language of examination is English.
Grading Criteria
Grading criteria CT7340, valid from spring 2026 pdf, 273.8 kB.
Examiner
Search for the examiner in the pdf file by using the course code CT7340.
Examinatorer vid Institutionen för svenska och flerspråkighet
Study councelling/course administration BILINGUALISM (First and Second cycle)
Visiting addressRoom D 662, floor 6
Building D, Södra huset
Universitetsvägen 10 D
Visiting hoursBy agreement.
Booking via email or phone.
Phone hoursTuesday 9–10 and 15–16
Wednesday 10–11
