Linguistic Theory and Methodology
The course offers a wide overview over current theories and methods used within linguistic research as well as practical experience in applying those methods to linguistic data.
This is a course for open-minded students who want to learn more about the breadth of linguistics as a discipline. By discussing concrete research questions from a theoretical and methodological perspective, this course offers a broad overview of current theories and methods in linguistic research. Here, you get the opportunity to delve deeper into selected theories and methods, and apply these to actual linguistic data.
In this course you also get to
- read articles in theoretical frameworks that you are not familiar with
- learn how to deal with theoretical background literature in frameworks that you are not fully familiar with
- learn how to design and carry out a small study (“a pilot study”) with very strict limitations
- train your reading strategies
Information for admitted students autumn 2024
Congratulations! You have been admitted at Stockholm University and we hope that you will enjoy your studies with us.
In order to ensure that your studies begin as smoothly as possible we have compiled a short checklist for the beginning of the semester.
Follow the instructions on whether you have to reply to your offer or not.
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Checklist for admitted students
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Activate your university account
The first step in being able to register and gain access to all the university's IT services.
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Register at your department
Registration can be done in different ways. Read the instructions from your department below.
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Read all the information on this page
Here you will find what you need to know before your course or programme starts.
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Your seat may be withdrawn if you do not register according to the instructions provided by your department.
Information from the department - courses
Welcome to the Department of Linguistics! At the beginning of August, you will receive a welcome email containing information about registration and the semester start.
Welcome activities
Stockholm University organises a series of welcome activities that stretch over a few weeks at the beginning of each semester. The programme is voluntary (attendance is optional) and includes Arrival Service at the airport and an Orientation Day, see more details about these events below.
Your department may also organise activities for welcoming international students. More information will be provided by your specific department.
Find your way on campus
Stockholm University's main campus is in the Frescati area, north of the city centre. While most of our departments and offices are located here, there are also campus areas in other parts of the city.
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For new international students
This is a course for open-minded students who want to learn more about the breadth of linguistics as a discipline. By discussing concrete research questions from a theoretical and methodological perspective, this course offers a broad overview of current theories and methods in linguistic research. Here, you get the opportunity to delve deeper into selected theories and methods, and apply these to actual linguistic data.
In this course you also get to
- read articles in theoretical frameworks that you are not familiar with
- learn how to deal with theoretical background literature in frameworks that you are not fully familiar with
- learn how to design and carry out a small study (“a pilot study”) with very strict limitations
- train your reading strategies
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Course structure
Teaching format
Instruction is given in the form of lectures and seminars. The course is taught on campus or online.
Assessment
The following methods of examination are used: i) written assignments, ii) oral presentation, iii) compilation of a portfolio.
Examiner
Bernhard Wälchli
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.Information on Course literature will be available here no later than two month before the start of the course.
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Course reports
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Contact
For more contact details, see our education pages:
Contact information for student affairs
Student Office- Visiting address
C378
- Office hours
Tuesdays 9–10
Wednesdays 13–15
Thursdays 13–16
- Phone hours
Tuesdays 9–10
Wednesdays 13–15
Thursdays 9–11 and 13–16
- Irregular office hours
The student office is closed from the 24th of June. We are open again from the 13th of August, but you can always reach us on exp@ling.su.se.
