Introduction to English linguistics : syntax and stylistics [ LGERM1523 ]
4.0 crédits ECTS
22.5 h + 5.0 h
2q
| Teacher(s) |
Granger Sylviane ;
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| Language |
English
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Place
of the course |
Louvain-la-Neuve
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| Prerequisites |
GERM 1323.
The prerequisite(s) for this Teaching Unit (Unité d’enseignement – UE)
for the programmes/courses that offer this Teaching Unit are specified at the end of this sheet.
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| 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).
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| 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.
The contribution of this Teaching Unit to the development and
command of the skills and learning outcomes of the programme(s) can be
accessed at the end of this sheet, in the section entitled
“Programmes/courses offering this Teaching Unit”.
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| Evaluation methods |
Written exam (theory + exercises)
Continuous assessment : active participation in the exercise sessions and the activities on the Moodle website.
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| 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.
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| Bibliography |
- Carter, R. & M. McCarthy. (2006). Cambridge Grammar of English : A Comprehensive Guide. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
- Scientific articles.
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| Other information |
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Faculty or entity
in charge |
> LMOD
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