General provisions

The course may be taken independently.

Entry requirements

60 credits in linguistics

Learning outcomes

Under supervision carry out an empirical study within linguistics that

• shows ability to identify and formulate a scientific issue with relevance in the area
• shows knowledge of theory and method within the specific subject within linguistics that the work pertains to
• shows ability to plan and carry out a scientific research project within given time frames
• shows ability to present a scientific study clearly in writing according to given models and using technical terminology,
• shows ability to discuss another scientific project at the equivalent level orally, and
• shows ability to present and defend the student's own work orally, according to prevalent norms.

Content

The course consists of an individual project in the form of a dissertation that presents a critical review of a selection of the scientific literature and an original empirical study.

The specific subject for the degree project is decided in consultation with the course convenor and the supervisor.

Only topics for which supervision can be offered are accepted.

Instruction

Teaching is given in the form of supervision.

This supervision can be carried out both individually and in groups.

Assessment

The course examination consists of the venting and defence of the student's essay, which should consist of 30-50 pages, as well as the opposition of another student's essay. The form of the latter may vary depending on the availability of topical essays. The essay is written in english or swedish. Venting is performed in english or swedish. After venting, the student will have agreed upon a period of time with an examiner (normally two-three weeks) to submit a final version of the independent work, in which comments submitted during the venting have been considered.

If there are special reasons for doing so, an examiner may make an exception from the method of assessment indicated and allow a student to be assessed by another method. An example of special reasons might be a certificate regarding special pedagogical support from the University's disability coordinator.