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 basic insight into the structures of the English language, and on central analytic terms in syntax and morphology.
Skills
The student should:
- be able to use this knowledge to analyze linguistic material
- also have a certain understanding and command of a precise linguistic vocabulary
General competence
The student:
- has enough competence to expand his or her knowledge, for example through further studies in English linguistics
- can express himself or herself in correct academic English
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
- has basic insight into the structures of the English language, and is familiar with n central concepts and terminology in the study of syntax and morphology.
Skills
The student
- is able to use this knowledge to analyse linguistic material
- is in command of the relevant linguistics concepts and vocabulary
General competence
Students
- have sufficient competence to be able to expand their knowledge, for example through further studies in English linguistics
- can express themselves in correct academic English
It is strongly advised that students, in addition to fulfilling the general admission requirements, also have good grades in specialized English courses from Upper Secondary School.
For students with a background other than the Norwegian school system, a level of competence in English corresponding to C1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is recommended.
The teaching demands knowledge equivalent to EXFAC00SK Language and Communication and ENG100. It is strongly recommended to have completed these courses before continuing to study English.
Lectures and groups: up to 36 hours.
Students are expected to be actively present in class. This expectation is also the basis for the preparation towards the exam.
In the case that fewer 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.
The exam is a four-hour school exam.
The exam may be digital.