In English linguistics at 200-level, students take the same course as either ENG223 (school exam) or ENG263 (term paper).

The course aims to give students insight into central topics in modern English linguistics and to introduce students to linguistics theories and/or methods that can be of use in depicting present day English from an academic and linguistic perspective.

ENG223 is an elective course in the specialization in English at the 200-level.

Students specializing in linguistics, in addition to ENG223, take the following courses:

- ENG261 (term paper in the history of English) and

-One course in English literature and culture, either ENG222 or ENG224.

On completion of the course the student should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The student should:

- have developed analytic skills and an academic perception of the language

- have developed a basic understanding of one of more linguistic theories

Skills

The student:

- can use linguistic methods to shed light on aspects of the English language.

General competence

The student:

- has practiced a critical and independent approach to central linguistic questions.

- can express himself or herself in correct academic English

It is recommended that students have completed the introductory semester as well as ENG114, ENG115, ENG107, ENG108, ENG109, ENG122 and ENG125, or equivalent.

Specifically, it is highly recommended that students have completed EXFAC00AS Language and Communication, ENG100, ENG114, ENG115, ENG107, ENG108 and ENG109 with a good result, or have equivalent knowledge (cf. Required Previous Knowledge).

For students with a background other than the Norwegian school system, a level of competence in English corresponding to B2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is recommended.

The course is open to all with admission to the University of Bergen.

For exchange students:

Qualified applicants have to pass a diagnostic test when arriving in Bergen (more information about the test will be sent to applicants by email).

Seminars: up to 24 hours (normally 2 hours per week for 12 weeks).

In the case that less than five students register for a course, the organized teaching may be adapted to fit the number of students. If this occurs, students will be informed at the start of the semester, and before the registration deadline 1. February/1. September.

Students are expected to take part in and actively contribute to teaching. This expectation is also the basis for the preparation towards the exam.

There is an exam in the course at the end of each semester.

The exam is a four-hour school exam. No aids are permitted in the school exam.

The school exam may be digital.