Language and Geography
This course provides advanced knowledge of human languages from a geographical perspective.
Photo by Eva Dalin.
This course discusses
- the spread and location of modern languages
- languages in different geographical entities, such as continents, countries, and cities
- areal phenomena and the concept Sprachbund, how nature and culture can be considered to affect language.
The course also introduces geographical information systems (GIS) and tools for creating language maps.
Teaching Format
Instruction is given in the form of lectures and exercises.
Assessment
The course is examined through written assignments.
Examiner
Henrik Liljegren (examiner)
Anastasia Panova (course coordinator)
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.
Course reports are displayed for the three most recent course instances.
Welcome to contact us at our Student Office!
Department of Linguistics
Student Office
Visiting addressRoom C 378, floor 3
Visiting hoursTuesdays 9–10,
Wednesdays 13–15,
Thursdays 13–16
Phone hoursTuesdays 9–10,
Wednesdays 13–15,
Thursdays 9–11 and 13–16
