Component

MA Public Opinion and Political Behaviour
BA Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) options

Year 2, Component 05

Linguistics option(s) or Language option(s) from list
GV207-5-AU
Quantitative Political Analysis
(15 CREDITS)

How can we answer political questions using statistical data? Learn how to find relevant research designs and questions in order to use quantitative methods in political research, assisting you in your other modules and improving your job prospects.

LA121-5-AU
Intensive Beginners French I
(15 CREDITS)

This module is for students with little or no knowledge of French. It is an interactive and intensive language module which uses various strategies for fast paced progress through the French language. It explores both the communicative and the structural aspects of the French language.

LA122-5-SP
Intensive Beginners French II
(15 CREDITS)

Continuing on from French Intensive Initial 1, this is an interactive and intensive language module for those who have little or no knowledge of French. It explores both the communicative and the structural aspects of the French language.

LA130-5-AU
Intermediate French I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to develop your French comprehension? Improve your spoken and written language skills? Sharpen your grammatical accuracy? Make use of a range of materials to further advance your language abilities, building coherent and cohesive skills for both speaking and writing in French.

LA131-5-SP
Intermediate French II
(15 CREDITS)

Intermediate French II is designed for students with some pre-existing knowledge of the language. It is available either as a progression from Post Beginners, or via an online placement test. Classes are very interactive and will help improve oral and written communication as well as learning strategies. Learning will be supported by a textbook and a tailored, language-specific Moodle page. The module can be completed on its own or can be followed by Post A-Level French in the following year, depending on the degree progression.

LA140-5-AU
Post A-Level French I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to build your confidence when both speaking and writing in French? Develop your university-level French language skills, improving your aural comprehension while boosting your grammar knowledge and vocabulary. Learn to appreciate, summarise and evaluate a piece of text. Expand your understanding of French culture and society.

LA142-5-SP
Post A-Level French II
(15 CREDITS)

This module is tailored for students who have completed LAX41 or an equivalent (e.g., B1+/B2.1 of CEFR). The module focuses on expanding the students’ vocabulary, the use of advanced grammatical structures and recognising idiomatic expressions. Through exposure to authentic texts, films and conversations with native speakers, students will acquire a wider knowledge of the culture and society of the countries where the language is spoken. The module helps students improve their reading comprehension skills by exposing them to complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics. Students will be able to interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity with native speakers without strain for either party. Students will be able to produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

LA150-5-FY
Proficiency French
(30 CREDITS)

Are you ready to study abroad? How will it improve your French? Prepare for your period abroad by examining how your language skills will develop, alongside topics related to French gastronomy, music, and suburban life. Study literature, with a focus on creative writing and participate in assessed filmed role-plays.

LA217-5-AU
German and Professional Skills I
(15 CREDITS)

This module is intended for students of all departments with an outside option in their course structure, leading from no knowledge in German to a level equivalent to CEFR A1. You will acquire fundamental language skills in German alongside a specific focus on professional skills such as summarising and reporting, filtering written and spoken material for essentials, business communication, giving simple professional oral presentations in German. You will develop an understanding of the working environment and cultural background in German speaking countries. You will obtain the tools to enhance your employability via transferable skills, work on sample cover letters for applications and your CV in German and your German LinkedIn profile. You will have the opportunity (optional) to plan, report and reflect on work related experience, as part of your portfolio assessment. This will be in collaboration with the Placement Team.

LA218-5-SP
German and Professional Skills II
(15 CREDITS)

This module is intended for students of all departments with an outside option in their course structure, leading from some basic knowledge in German to a level equivalent to CEFR A1.2. Students will acquire fundamental language skills in German alongside a specific focus on professional skills such as summarising and reporting, filtering written and spoken material for essentials, business communication, giving simple professional oral presentations in German. Students will develop an understanding of the working environment and cultural background in German speaking countries. They will obtain the tools to enhance their employability via transferable skills, work on sample cover letters for applications and their CV in German and their German LinkedIn profile.

LA221-5-AU
Intensive Beginners German I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to learn German from scratch? Study the German language from basic to advanced level, so that you can communicate in complex situations and read extended texts, like newspaper articles. Learn how to give short talks or presentations in German and be able to write German coherently.

LA222-5-SP
Intensive Beginners German II
(15 CREDITS)

Want to learn German from scratch? Study the German language from basic to advanced level, so that you can communicate in complex situations and read extended texts, like newspaper articles. Learn how to give short talks or presentations in German and be able to write German coherently.

LA230-5-AU
Intermediate German I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to develop your German comprehension? Improve your spoken and written language skills? Sharpen your grammatical accuracy? Learn to master complex situations in German and how to deal with extended texts, like newspaper articles. Advance your language abilities, building coherent and cohesive skills for both speaking and writing in German.

LA231-5-SP
Intermediate German II
(15 CREDITS)

Intermediate German II is designed for students with some pre-existing knowledge of the language. It is available either as a progression from Post Beginners, or via an online placement test. Classes are very interactive and will help improve oral and written communication as well as learning strategies. Learning will be supported by a textbook and a tailored, language-specific Moodle page. The module can be completed on its own or can be followed by Post A-Level German in the following year, depending on the degree progression.

LA240-5-AU
Post A-Level German I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to build your confidence when both speaking and writing in German? Develop your university-level German language skills so that you are fairly fluent with the ability understand spoken and written work. Be able to express yourself orally and in writing on demanding topics that face modern Germany.

LA242-5-SP
Post A-Level German II
(15 CREDITS)

This module is tailored for students who have completed LAX41 or an equivalent (e.g., B1+/B2.1 of CEFR). The module focuses on expanding the students’ vocabulary, the use of advanced grammatical structures and recognising idiomatic expressions. Through exposure to authentic texts, films and conversations with native speakers, students will acquire a wider knowledge of the culture and society of the countries where the language is spoken. The module helps students improve their reading comprehension skills by exposing them to complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics. Students will be able to interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity with native speakers without strain for either party. Students will be able to produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

LA250-5-FY
Proficiency German
(30 CREDITS)

Want to improve your German? Study a variety of topics, including the environment and German history, to build your vocabulary and knowledge. Learn to interact in everyday situations, as well as in discussions on more specialised topics. Become familiar with more complex grammar, while developing your oral and written skills.

LA321-5-AU
Intensive Beginners Portuguese I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to learn Portuguese from scratch? Study the Portuguese language from basic to advanced level, so that you can communicate in complex situations and read extended texts, like newspaper articles. Learn how to give short talks or presentations in Portuguese and be able to write Portuguese coherently.

LA322-5-SP
Intensive Beginners Portuguese II
(15 CREDITS)

Want to learn Portuguese from scratch? Study the Portuguese language from basic to advanced level, so that you can communicate in complex situations and read extended texts, like newspaper articles. Learn how to give short talks or presentations in Portuguese and be able to write Portuguese coherently.

LA333-5-AU
Portuguese Conversion I
(15 CREDITS)

Have you knowledge of French, Spanish, Italian or Romanian? Do you want to speak Portuguese too? Develop advanced written, aural/oral and reading skills, as well as build your knowledge of Brazilian/Portuguese culture and society. Learn to understand short texts, be able to write letters and interact in everyday situations in Portuguese.

LA334-5-SP
Portuguese Conversion II
(15 CREDITS)

This fast-paced term-long module is especially designed for students with an A-level proficiency (B2 in the European Framework) in Spanish, French, Italian, Romanian, or equivalent knowledge, or those who speak one of these languages as their first language. It is offered to students who have completed the Portuguese Conversion I module or its equivalent (e.g., A2+ of CEFR). The primary objective is to assist students in further enhancing fundamental language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, preparing them for advanced studies. Emphasizing both accuracy and communication, the goal is to reach a proficiency level equivalent to Threshold Level A2+/B1 of the Common European Framework for Languages (CEFR). The module also provides students with more insights into the cultures and societies of the language’s respective countries. It aims to further develop intellectual skills such as critical reasoning, application of concepts, and problem-solving. Students will utilize a variety of resources available on Moodle and in class. Independent language study and engagement with other speakers of the language will be facilitated using internet-based tools and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Additionally, students will be encouraged to participate in cultural events and activities related to the language, both at the University and in the UK.

LA340-5-AU
Post A-Level Portuguese I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to build your confidence when both speaking and writing in Portuguese? Develop your language abilities, expanding your vocabulary and improving your listening and oral skills. Expand your understanding of the Portuguese-speaking culture and history through the use of texts, films and online resources.

LA342-5-SP
Post A-Level Portuguese II
(15 CREDITS)

This module is tailored for students who have completed LAX41 or an equivalent (e.g., B1+/B2.1 of CEFR). The module focuses on expanding the students’ vocabulary, the use of advanced grammatical structures and recognising idiomatic expressions. Through exposure to authentic texts, films and conversations with native speakers, students will acquire a wider knowledge of the culture and society of the countries where the language is spoken. The module helps students improve their reading comprehension skills by exposing them to complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics. Students will be able to interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity with native speakers without strain for either party. Students will be able to produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

LA350-5-FY
Proficiency Portuguese
(30 CREDITS)

Want to improve your Portuguese? Study topics within Brazilian and Portuguese culture and society to build your vocabulary and knowledge. Learn to interact in everyday situations, as well as in discussions on more specialised topics. Become familiar with more complex grammar, while developing your oral and written skills.

LA421-5-AU
Intensive Beginners Spanish I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to learn Spanish from scratch? And spend four weeks abroad during the summer? Build your language abilities, so you can read short stories or novels in Spanish, as well as articulate your ideas verbally or in writing. Undertake a research project, in Spanish, on a topic of your choosing.

LA422-5-SP
Intensive Beginners Spanish II
(15 CREDITS)

Want to learn Spanish from scratch? And spend four weeks abroad during the summer? Build your language abilities, so you can read short stories or novels in Spanish, as well as articulate your ideas verbally or in writing. Undertake a research project, in Spanish, on a topic of your choosing.

LA430-5-AU
Intermediate Spanish I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to develop your Spanish comprehension? Improve your spoken and written language skills? Sharpen your grammatical accuracy? Study topics related to Hispanic culture, starting with text to improve vocabulary and grammar, then undertaking related listening and speaking activities. Build coherent and cohesive skills for both speaking and writing in Spanish.

LA431-5-SP
Intermediate Spanish II
(15 CREDITS)

Intermediate Spanish II is designed for students with some pre-existing knowledge of the language. It is available either as a progression from Post Beginners, or via an online placement test. Classes are very interactive and will help improve oral and written communication as well as learning strategies. Learning will be supported by a textbook and a tailored, language-specific Moodle page. The module can be completed on its own or can be followed by Post A-Level Spanish in the following year, depending on the degree progression.

LA440-5-AU
Post A-Level Spanish I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to build your confidence when both speaking and writing in Spanish? Develop your language abilities, expanding your vocabulary and improving your listening and oral skills. Expand your understanding of Spanish and Latin American culture and history through the use of texts, films and conversations with native speakers.

LA442-5-SP
Post A-Level Spanish II
(15 CREDITS)

This module is tailored for students who have completed LAX41 or an equivalent (e.g., B1+/B2.1 of CEFR). The module focuses on expanding the students’ vocabulary, the use of advanced grammatical structures and recognising idiomatic expressions. Through exposure to authentic texts, films and conversations with native speakers, students will acquire a wider knowledge of the culture and society of the countries where the language is spoken. The module helps students improve their reading comprehension skills by exposing them to complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics. Students will be able to interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity with native speakers without strain for either party. Students will be able to produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

LA450-5-FY
Proficiency Spanish
(30 CREDITS)

Want to improve your Spanish? Study topics related to social and historical events in Spanish-speaking societies to build your vocabulary and knowledge. Learn to interact in everyday situations, as well as in discussions on more specialised topics. Become familiar with more complex grammar, while developing your oral and written skills.

LA621-5-AU
Intensive Beginners Italian I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to learn Italian from scratch? Reach A-level Italian standard, gaining understanding of Italian language structure and functions. Take part in a variety of class activities, including individual and group work, to build your Italian communication skills.

LA622-5-SP
Intensive Beginners Italian II
(15 CREDITS)

Want to learn Italian from scratch? Reach A-level Italian standard, gaining understanding of Italian language structure and functions. Take part in a variety of class activities, including individual and group work, to build your Italian communication skills.

LA630-5-AU
Intermediate Italian I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to develop your Italian comprehension? Improve your spoken and listening language skills? Be able to communicate effectively with native speakers? Study a range of topics and a variety of texts to build your spoken Italian and reading abilities.

LA631-5-SP
Intermediate Italian II
(15 CREDITS)

Intermediate Italian II is designed for students with some pre-existing knowledge of the language. It is available either as a progression from Post Beginners, or via an online placement test. Classes are very interactive and will help improve oral and written communication as well as learning strategies. Learning will be supported by a textbook and a tailored, language-specific Moodle page. The module can be completed on its own or can be followed by Post A-Level Italian in the following year, depending on the degree progression.

LA640-5-AU
Post A-Level Italian I
(15 CREDITS)

Want to build your confidence when both speaking and writing in Italian? Develop your language abilities, expanding your vocabulary and improving your listening and oral skills. Improve your Italian understanding through reading, analysing and discussing topics in class. Build your awareness of spoken Italian through activities in our multimedia lab.

LA642-5-SP
Post A-Level Italian II
(15 CREDITS)

This module is tailored for students who have completed LAX41 or an equivalent (e.g., B1+/B2.1 of CEFR). The module focuses on expanding the students’ vocabulary, the use of advanced grammatical structures and recognising idiomatic expressions. Through exposure to authentic texts, films and conversations with native speakers, students will acquire a wider knowledge of the culture and society of the countries where the language is spoken. The module helps students improve their reading comprehension skills by exposing them to complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics. Students will be able to interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity with native speakers without strain for either party. Students will be able to produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

LA650-5-FY
Proficiency Italian
(30 CREDITS)

Want to improve your Italian? Study il giallo italiano detective stories to build your vocabulary and knowledge. Learn to interact in everyday situations, as well as in discussions on more specialised topics. Become familiar with more complex grammar, while developing your oral and written skills.

LG120-5-SP
Introduction to Subtitling and Accessibility
(15 CREDITS)

The module combines subtitling theory and practice to enable students to develop the linguistic and technical skills needed to excel in this specialised and growing field, thus enhancing their employability potential. Students will explore key subtitling and accessibility principles and will be able to apply their new knowledge in practical subtitling exercises, using the professional software Wincaps Q4. In addition, students will learn about SDH (subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing) and other media accessibility modes, such as AD (audio description).

LG211-5-SP
Semantics and Pragmatics: Meaning and Discourse
(15 CREDITS)

What is 'meaning' as it relates to words and sentences? How is the meaning of a sentence affected by the context it is produced in? These are the fundamental issues you will address in this module. You will examine the relationship between what is said and what is meant, with the first part of the course looking at basic issues in Semantics. The second part of the course will examine the distinction between a speaker's words and what a speaker means by those words – the domain of pragmatics.

LG212-5-AU
Syntax: The Structure of Sentences
(15 CREDITS)

Build on analytical concepts introduced in your first year, and investigate a range of key grammatical constructions in English. With an emphasis on description, rather than a particular theoretical approach, this practically orientated module will provide you with a solid foundation for tackling more theoretical options in English linguistics. As well as gaining an understanding of key areas of English grammar and grammatical terminology, you will also equip yourself with analytical, data, and evaluation skills.

LG213-5-SP
Research methods for language and linguistics
(15 CREDITS)

Discover the steps involved in undertaking a research project in language and linguistics and develop your own final-year project. Topics include: Reviewing literature; Formulating research questions and hypotheses; Choosing a suitable research design; Data collection; Analysis techniques; Reporting findings. You will learn through a mixture of lectures, seminars and lab sessions to build your knowledge, skills, and confidence in researching, structuring, and writing a research project.

LG215-5-SP
English Language Processing
(15 CREDITS)

How do we receive and recognise speech? How are words and concepts stored in our mind? Building on your knowledge of Psycholinguistics gained in earlier modules, the focus of this module is on language processing. You will study how humans learn, represent, comprehend, and produce language. Topics covered include visual and auditory recognition of words, sentence comprehension, sentence production, language acquisition, and the neural representation of language. You will also have the opportunity to gain some practical experience with the elaboration of a research poster.

LG217-5-AU
Phonetics: Sounds Across Languages
(15 CREDITS)

Building on your knowledge gained in earlier modules, the focus of this module is on the phonetics involved in the pronunciation of English and the relationship between phonetics and phonology to offer explanations for some observed phenomena. As part of your studies, you will cover both articulatory and acoustic phonetics.

LG218-5-AU
Sociolinguistics
(15 CREDITS)

The aim of this module is to examine language variation according to social, contextual and linguistic factors. You will look at how language is actually used, how people feel about it, and how the two are often opposed – including how the structure of language interacts with both. You will consider language as a resource to convey cultural and personal identity, and what it reveals of language attitudes and social structure, and therefore of status and inequality in areas such as social class, gender, age, and ethnicity. You will explore how social identity illuminates variation in language, and cover topics such as regional and social dialects, language rights, and language variation and change.

LG219-5-SP
Multilingualism
(15 CREDITS)

This module covers topics in multilingualism and language contact. First, you will look at multilingualism at the level of the individual and cover topics such as language choice, diglossia, and code-switching. You will then consider multilingualism at the societal level and look at the outcomes of language contact. This will involve exploring the coexistence of more than one language within the same community and the issues that arise as a result including language maintenance and shift, the plight of minority and endangered languages and the emergence of Pidgin and Creole languages.

LG220-5-SP
Language and Gender
(15 CREDITS)

This module focuses on the issue of sex differentiated patterns in sociolinguistic research. In particular you will review the findings of research within the quantitative sociolinguistic paradigm, and critically discuss the major explanations that have been proposed by various scholars in the field. A smaller part of the module is dedicated to the findings from research that focuses on gender differentiation at the level of discourse/conversation.

LG222-5-SP
English Language in the media
(15 CREDITS)

Interested in how people make use of social media to construct identities for themselves? Curious about how media is used to disseminate political messages? Explore how language is used for different purposes within and across a range of mass and social media. Through this module you’ll examine how language is used in such contexts as electronically-mediated communication (EMC), political speeches, interviews and mass media more broadly.

LG329-5-AU
Language Teaching in Different Contexts
(15 CREDITS)

This module explores the different contexts language teachers find themselves in and how this affects teaching practice and course structures. You learn how to develop and enhance materials and appropriate activities in order to get the best from your students.y learning.

LG666-5-FY
Initial Teaching Practice
(30 CREDITS)

Put teaching theory into practice by planning and delivering a range of grammar, vocabulary and skills development lessons. Starting with a fully guided session and culminating in an independently planned lesson, the support from your tutor lessens each week as you develop your ability to prepare and plan your teaching.

SC202-5-AU
Researching the Real World: Quantitative Approaches to Studying Crime and Society
(15 CREDITS)

This module provides 2nd year students with the tools to put into practice what they have learned in their first year methods module(s) using computer software to analyse data, both qualitative and quantitative. With these foundational skills, students can then specialise in the spring term by choosing either qualitative (SC203) or quantitative-based (SC208) methods modules.

SC208-5-SP
Quantitative Research: Crime and Inequality Across the Life Course
(15 CREDITS)

How does stratification lead to inequality in education? Is there social mobility between generations? Do early life experiences influence your later choices and decisions? Examine sociological empirical research on class, gender, and racial inequalities across the life course. Engage with the evidence to formulate your own research questions and hypotheses.

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