Introduction to Descriptive Linguistics - HFW1005

Assessment 1: Written assignment (coursework)

Written assignments on each of the module topics.

Written Assignment

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

<p>This module introduces you to the structure of language as a system. You will learn all the basics of linguistic description, using mostly, but not only, the English language to illustrate. The module focuses on the fundamental linguistic concept of ‘levels’ of language, starting from the smallest (sounds) and building up to sentence structure. Emphasis is on the development of practical skills in analysing language structure.</p>

School of Human and Health Sciences

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Speech and Language

HFW1005 - Introduction to Descriptive Linguistics

Introduction to Descriptive Linguistics

have knowledge and understanding of the basic workings of language structure.

be able to transcribe the basic sound features of speech using appropriate symbols.

be able to describe the structure of words, phrases and clauses.

be able to identify and label the basic building blocks of grammar.

have knowledge and understanding of the structural features of the English language in particular.

have knowledge and understanding of the terminology used to describe the various parts of the language system.

be able to produce phonetic descriptions of continuous speech.

have knowledge and understanding of the articulatory gestures and phonetic features of speech sounds.