Language in Society

Overview

This course will provide students with an introduction to how different social factors affect language use. Students will explore how identity, globalisation and media shape linguistic choices. They will be able to analyse language use in real-life scenarios and relate it to their own experiences.  

On completing the course, students will be able to:

  1. Apply sociolinguistic concepts to interpret language issues in diverse social contexts through academic texts
  2. Justify different social factors affecting language use critically
  3. Differentiate social factors affecting individual language use effectively 

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Intakes
April, September
Duration
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Entry Requirements

Course Code: FEL1394
Offering Semesters: April, September
Credit Hours: 4
Delivery: Face-to-Face (F2F) delivery on site
Assessment Weightage: Continuous Assessment - 60%; Final Assessment - 40%
Course Lecturer: Mr Yau Jing Kok Edgar
Contact Email: @email 

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