LING2013 Language Typology: The Study of Linguistic Diversity

Dr. Joe Perry

Advanced Course. Sem 2, 6 credits

Course Description

Typology investigates the structural diversity of the world’s languages. Topics covered include: notions of language type with particular reference to morphology case marking, and word order; areal distribution of features; universals of language and their explanation.

Pre-requisite:
LING1000 and LING2009

Assessment:
100% coursework

Event Timeslots (2)

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CPD 2.16

WED
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CPD 2.16