This course aims to support and foster advanced independent innovative research in phonetics and/or phonology (including laboratory phonology), and to provide you with professional-level research and presentation skills. The particular model of phonetic or phonological theory explored will vary from year to year.
Module learning outcomes
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
Identify and frame a research question in the context of relevant literature
Analyse data within a current model of phonetic and/or phonological theory
Present data as evidence in support of a theoretical argument
Manage workload on an independent research project
Indicative assessment
Task
% of module mark
Essay/coursework
100
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
Task
% of module mark
Essay/coursework
100
Module feedback
Feedback on formative work
Comments will be provided on the formative work.
Summative assessment and feedback
Written feedback available at the end of the summer term.