Introduction to Dutch linguistics: syntax and contrastive linguistics [ LGERM1533 ]
4.0 crédits ECTS
22.5 h + 5.0 h
1q
Teacher(s)
Hiligsmann Philippe ;
Language
Dutch
Place of the course
Louvain-la-Neuve
Main themes
1. The course covers two linguistics fields: Dutch syntax and contrastive linguistics Dutch-French.
2. Introduction to the reading (and writing) of scientific articles.
3. Presentation of reference books.
Aims
Provide a foundation course in Dutch syntax and in contrastive linguistics Dutch-French. The students should also be able to analyse reference books with a criticizing mind.
Content
The course is an introduction to Dutch syntax (grammatical categories, syntactic functions, word groups; simple and complex sentences) and to contrastive linguistics Dutch-French
Other information
Prerequisite : GERM 1333.
Assessment: written and oral exam (+ extended essay).
Teaching materials : 'syllabus' and scientific articles available from the teacher.