Language and Geography
This course provides advanced knowledge of human languages from a geographical perspective.
This course is canceled autumn 2022.
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, and how nature and culture can be considered to affect language. The course also introduces geographical information systems (GIS) and tools for creating language maps.
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Course structure
Teaching format
Instruction is given in the form of lectures and exercises.
Assessment
The course is examined through written assignments.
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Schedule
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. -
Contact
For more contact details, see our education pages:
Contact information for student affairs
Student Office- Visiting address
C378
- Office hours
Tuesdays 9–10
Wednesdays 13–15
Thursdays 13–16
- Phone hours
Tuesdays 9–10
Wednesdays 13–15
Thursdays 9–11 and 13–16
