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Introduction to English linguistics : syntax and stylistics [ LGERM1523 ]


4.0 crédits ECTS  22.5 h + 5.0 h   2q 

Teacher(s) Granger Sylviane ;
Language English
Place
of the course
Louvain-la-Neuve
Prerequisites

GERM 1323.

Main themes

The course covers the following two linguistic fields :

1. Syntax : grammatical categories ; syntactic and semantic functions ; phrases ; simple, complex and compound sentences.

2. Stylistics : analysis of the lexical and syntactic differences between different varieties of English (speech vs writing ; formal vs informal style).

Aims

Provide a foundation course in English syntax and stylistics and train students in the reading and writing of scientific articles in these two fields.

Evaluation methods

Written exam (theory + exercises)

Continuous assessment : active participation in the exercise sessions and the activities on the Moodle website. 

Teaching methods

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Content

This course provides a solid foundation in English syntax and stylistics via lectures and exercise sessions as well as training in the reading and writing of scientific articles in these two fields.

Bibliography

- Carter, R. & M. McCarthy. (2006). Cambridge Grammar of English : A Comprehensive Guide. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.

- Scientific articles.

Other information

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Cycle et année
d'étude
> Bachelor in Ancient and Modern Languages and Literatures
> Bachelor in Information and Communication
> Bachelor in Philosophy
> Bachelor in Ancient languages and Literatures : Classics
> Bachelor in Modern Languages and Literatures: German, Dutch and English
> Bachelor in French and Romance Languages and Literatures : General
> Bachelor in Modern Languages and Literatures : General
> Bachelor in History of Art and Archaeology : General
> Bachelor in Ancient Languages and Literatures: Oriental Studies
> Bachelor in History
> Preparatory year for Master in Linguistics
> Preparatory year for Master in Modern Languages and Literatures: General
> Preparatory year for Master in Modern Languages and Litteratures : German, Dutch and English
> Certificat universitaire en langues et littératures germaniques
Faculty or entity
in charge
> LMOD


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