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Morphology - LAN00020I
- Department: Language and Linguistic Science
- Credit value: 20 credits
- Credit level: I
- Academic year of delivery: 2022-23
Module summary
This module provides an overview of the field of morphology, the study of the structure of words, drawing evidence from a wide variety of languages.
Related modules
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
- None
Prohibited combinations
- None
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| A | Spring Term 2022-23 to Summer Term 2022-23 |
Module aims
Drawing evidence from a wide variety of languages, the module investigates the structure of words and introduces theoretical approaches to morphological analysis. Topics covered include types of morphemes, morphological derivation, polysemy, inflection, and productivity of morphological processes. The module also explores how morphology interacts with syntax and phonology, building on syntax and phonology skills acquired in the first year.
Module learning outcomes
- Analyse the internal structure of words in different languages
- Apply abstract theory to practical data
- Evaluate different morphological analyses
- Understand the interplay between morphology and phonology
- Understand the interplay between morphology and syntax
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 20 |
| Essay/coursework | 20 |
| Online Exam -less than 24hrs (Centrally scheduled) | 60 |
Special assessment rules
None
Additional assessment information
3 formatives during Spring term, preparation for the summative assignments.
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Online Exam -less than 24hrs (Centrally scheduled) | 100 |
Module feedback
Written feedback on formatives within 15 working days.
Written feedback on summatives within 25 working days.
Indicative reading
Lieber, Rochelle. 2015. Introducing morphology. Cambridge, Cambridge University Press.
There will be supplementary readings.