PHONOLOGY: PATTERNS OF SOUNDS

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Overview

In this subject, you are introduced to phonology, which is the study of both the sound patterns present in the world's languages and of the mental representations of these sound patterns. Major aspects of modern phonological theory will be covered, including phonemic analysis, feature theory, syllables, stress, and intonation.

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Subject coordinator

Marija Tabain

Subject type

Undergraduate

Year level

Year Level 3 - UG

AQF level

Level 7 - Bachelor Degree

Available as elective

Yes

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.

Yes

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Learning resources

Recommended - Book - Understanding Phonology

Recommended - Book - Introducing Phonology.

Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing

COMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global Perspective

DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:

Apply phonological concepts to the analysis of data

Appraise the importance of phonology for descriptive and theoretical linguistics

Explain, apply and critique linguistic arguments in relation to a phonological problem or issue orally.

Explain, apply and critique linguistic arguments in relation to a phonological problem or issue in writing.

Learning activities

ll assignments, with much guidance given individually to students according to the project chosen. Students Pre-recorded content plus in-class problem-solving activities and in-class presentations. Assessment through presentations and take-home exams.

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