Introduction to English linguistics : syntax and stylistics

Teacher(s)

Gilquin Gaëtanelle;

Language

English

Prerequisites

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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.

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

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :
1	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”.

Content

This course provides a solid foundation in English syntax and stylistics via lectures and exercise sessions.

Teaching methods

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Evaluation methods

Continuous assessment: active participation in the exercise sessions and the activities on the Moodle website. 
Written exam (theory 70% + exercises 30%).

Other information

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Online resources

Moodle

Bibliography

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

Faculty or entity

LMOD