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English Language 1 (VS2) (U02236)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : PPL-1-VSB-EL

An introduction to variation in English today and to the history of the language.

Entry Requirements

? This course is only available to part year visiting students.

? This course is a variant of the following course : EN0001

? Pre-requisites : A basic knowledge of language structure and linguistic terminology. (In cases of doubt, please contact the course organiser).

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Language Sciences, (School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences, Schedule I)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 1st year

? Delivery Period : Semester 2 (Blocks 3-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 3 hour(s) per week for 12 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
09/01/2006	14:00	14:50	Lecture Theatre C, David Hume Tower	Central

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Monday	14:00	14:50	Central
Lecture	Thursday	14:00	14:50	Central
Lecture	Friday	14:00	14:50	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

1. The course will give students an introduction to variation (both geographical and social) in English today.
2. The course will give students an overview of how English and Scots have developed from the earliest records until the present day, especially in relation to external historical developments and language contact.