Phonology

This course provides an introduction to English and general phonological theory. It builds upon concepts introduced at earlier levels of study.

A range of structural principles and phenomena regarding sound systems of human languages are explored. Among the topics covered are distinctive features; phonological rules, rule ordering and interactions; autosegmental phonology; and metrics.



Teaching Format

The teaching comprises seminars. Active participation is expected from students in all teaching formats in order to pass the examination. Students will often work with different tasks and assignments during the seminars in preparation for the examination. Apart from scheduled teaching, time will be spent reading course literature and completing mandatory assignments.


Assessment

Oral and written assignments and a final sit-down exam.

Examiner

Peter Sundkvist

The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.


Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.


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