University of Technology Sydney

013102 Introducing Knowledge about Language

6cp; availability: exchange and study abroad postgraduate students with faculty approval
There are course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Anti-requisite(s): 015086 Introduction to Language AND 015152 Language in Social Context AND 015422 Linguistic Foundations for Language Teachers

Postgraduate

Description

This subject provides an introduction to the study of language for students who are working towards becoming English language teachers. It focuses on understanding how language works to make meaning for users, and specifically, how the English language works. The content introduces the fundamentals of English structures, including text organisation, grammatical resources and word and sound structures. The subject introduces teachers to the knowledge they need in order to teach languages, to those learning English as an additional language or to enhance their first language.

Typical availability

Autumn session, City campus,
Spring session, City campus

The subject is usually offered in these sessions. To confirm availability check the UTS Timetable Planner.


Detailed subject description.

Access conditions

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