English III - linguistics
Building on skills acquired in English I and English II, the course gives students the opportunity for more in depth study of different aspects of English linguistics. The course comprises two optional modules.
English 3 (15 credits) comprises two 7.5 credit modules in English linguistics.
Modules
Optional modules in English linguistics (7.5 credits each)
A selection of modules will be given each term and students are asked to submit their preferences. Students take one optional module in period AB and one optional module in period CD. The number of optional modules that will be given is subject to change, depending on the number of registered students.
Module descriptions with reading lists for the optional modules can be found under "Course literature" below.
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
Optional modules in English linguistics: Oral and written assignments. The final written assignment is due at the end of each module. Information about other assignments will be available on Canvas.
For the autumn term 2026, information to admitted students will be sent out in early August, asking for preferences of optional modules through an online form. The deadline for submitting preferences is 16 August. We will confirm optional module placements in conjunction with the start of term, as it will depend on the number of registered students and on eligibility. You will then also get access to the sites on Canvas for the modules you have been placed in.
Below are the optional modules planned for the autumn term 2026.
Optional modules in English linguistics - period AB:
English and Digital Communication
Optional modules in English linguistics - period CD:
Accents of English
Sociolinguistics
