Linguistics: Module 1 - Introduction to Linguistics Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021

Module name: Linguistics: Module 1 - Introduction to Linguistics
Module code: W1-FA-SKX-S1-WJ-1
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021
Semester:
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
  • winter semester 2022/2023
  • winter semester 2021/2022
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Description:
Students gain basic knowledge about the origins of language, the features of language that distinguish it from animal forms of communication, various models of linguistic communication and the functions of language, moreover about language as a system and its subsystems, linguistics as a subject, the scope of linguistic study and the branches of linguistics, as well as the most important linguistic theories
Prerequisites:
None.
Key reading:
Specified in the syllabus
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
is aware of the level of their knowledge and skills, and they understand the need to study on their own [SKX-S1-J1-WJ_K1]
 FA1_K01 [2/5]
has basic skills that allow them to organize their own work and carry out the tasks they have undertaken [SKX-S1-J1-WJ_K2]
 FA1_K04 [2/5]
knows how to obtain different kinds of information on linguistic issues and how to systematize them using methods appropriate for this discipline [SKX-S1-J1-WJ_U1]
 FA1_U01 [2/5] FA1_U02 [2/5]
has basic knowledge about the place and role of linguistics in the system of sciences and its relationships with other branches and forms of knowledge [SKX-S1-J1-WJ_W1]
 FA1_W01 [2/5] FA1_W02 [2/5]
is familiar with basic terminology in the field of linguistics [SKX-S1-J1-WJ_W2]
 FA1_W03 [4/5]
has a well-systematized general and specific knowledge of linguistics, its subject matter and research methods [SKX-S1-J1-WJ_W3]
 FA1_W04 [3/5]
has basic knowledge about the main directions and schools of linguistic study, as well as theories of language, and the most important achievements in the field of linguistics [SKX-S1-J1-WJ_W4]
 FA1_W07 [4/5]
has basic knowledge about various branches of linguistics and they are familiar with and understand the most important theories of language [SKX-S1-J1-WJ_W5]
 FA1_W08 [4/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Examination [SKX-S1-J1-WJ_w_1]
Written or oral examination evaluating the students’ knowledge of the issues specified in the syllabus and/or the skills they have acquired. Its format is described in the syllabus.
 SKX-S1-J1-WJ_K1 SKX-S1-J1-WJ_K2 SKX-S1-J1-WJ_U1 SKX-S1-J1-WJ_W1 SKX-S1-J1-WJ_W2 SKX-S1-J1-WJ_W3 SKX-S1-J1-WJ_W4 SKX-S1-J1-WJ_W5
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [SKX-S1-J1-WJ_fs_1]
lecture: expository multimedia lecture, participatory lecture
 30
self-study (with the use of coursebook and lecture notes); preparation for the exam (obligatory and supplementary reading), consultations with the lecturer.
 45 Examination [SKX-S1-J1-WJ_w_1]
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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