ATS2668 Structure in the languages of the world
Faculty of Arts
ATS2668 Structure in the languages of the world is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Arts, offered in 2023 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2023
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ATS2668
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After ATS2668
1 unit list ATS2668 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: Two gateway units in linguistics (ATS1338, ATS1339).
Prohibition: ATS3668
Overview
The unit introduces students to the grammatical phenomena found in a wide range of languages and to the basic tools for their analysis and description. The unit combines the investigation of morpho-syntax with an enquiry into linguistic typology and universals. It introduces and evaluates different theoretical approaches to morpho-syntactic analysis.
Offerings in 2023
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Participation10%
- Analytical exercise 1Assignment30%
- Analytical exercise 2Assignment30%
- Online testOther30%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
identify and describe structural phenomena in a variety of different languages;
- 2
identify cross-linguistic patterns in morpho-syntax and discuss claims of universality;
- 3
apply different theoretical approaches to the analysis of language using the relevant terminology;
- 4
assess evidence supporting various theories and thereby evaluate these theories;
- 5
read and understand grammatical descriptions of languages and discussions of grammatical phenomena in the linguistic literature;
- 6
use analytic and interpretive skills in dealing with language data
Workload and teaching
- Lectures12 hours
- Tutorials24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
This unit engages students in actively applying their knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Where it fits
ATS2668 is part of 1 area of study in the 2023 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Anna Margetts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Anna Margetts
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ATS2668?
ATS2668 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after ATS2668?
ATS2668 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including ATS3325.
When is ATS2668 offered?
In 2023, ATS2668 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is ATS2668?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does ATS2668 have an exam?
No. ATS2668 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include ATS2668?
ATS2668 is part of Linguistics and English Language.