ENG4110 - Older English Philology and Literature
Course content
This is a master's course in English language history. It will be held that observations are not independent of explanatory frameworks: descriptions of events, the things that are to be explained, are themselves the product of theory. Problems and case-studies will be taken from phonology, morphology and syntax. Some recent claims in respect of language contact will also be considered.
Learning outcome
The aims of this course are twofold: first, to examine some of the ways in which languages change, with detailed illustration from English; second, to consider how such changes may be said to be explained.
Admission
Students at UiO must apply for courses in StudentWeb.
International applicants, if you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures for international applicants.
The examination in this course is not available for external candidates. Only students admitted to the course may sit for the examination.
Prerequisites
Formal prerequisite knowledge
Admission to the master programs in language or LP.
Recommended previous knowledge
It is recommended that the students have taken ENG2154, ENG2155 or ENG2156.
Teaching
This course will be offered as directed reading. Contact the teacher for more information.
Examination
The exam form is a term paper, 10 standard pages. A draft is handed in after the two-week break, and commented on. The final version will be handed in by a set date at the end of term.
You submit your paper in Fronter. Read more about submission procedures
Language of examination
English
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a scale from A to F, where A is the best grade and F is a fail. Read more about the grading system.
Explanations and appeals
You may request an explanation of your grades, and you may also appeal against your grades or make a complaint about formal examination errors. Read more about explanations and appeals.
Resit an examination
You can usually resit an exam, but the conditions depend on whether you had a valid reason for absence from the regular exam. Read more about resitting an exam.
Withdrawal from an examination
A student may sit this exam up to 3 times. If a student wishes to withdraw from the exam, s/he must do so in StudentWeb at least two weeks prior to the first day of the exam. Failure to do so will be counted as one of the three opportunities to sit the exam.
A term paper that has recieved a pass mark, can not be submitted in a revised version.
Special examination arrangements
If you have a disability or a health problem that entails significant inconvenience in an examination situation, you may be considered for special examination arrangements. Mothers who are breastfeeding may apply for extra time to complete the exam.
Evaluation
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Other
Max. 3 students.