JAPANESE 324
Topics in Japanese Linguistics
Please note: this is archived course information from 2021 for JAPANESE 324.
Description
Aim: To develop an analytical ability as a linguist to examine and explain linguistic phenomena in Japanese, within a limited scope.
You will
- Study aspects of the Japanese language, such as topicalisation, subjectivity, argument structure, transitivity, passives, benefactive constructions, three way deictic system, ellipsis, speech style and honorific system
- Consult primary data to collect target examples, analyse them and discuss findings in oral and written reports, while linking the discussion to the literature
Assessment
Coursework only
Availability 2021
Semester 2
Lecturer(s)
Coordinator(s) Dr Harumi Minagawa
Assessment
Coursework only
Points
JAPANESE 324: 15 points
Prerequisites
45 points at Stage II in Japanese including JAPANESE 222
Corequisites
JAPANESE 331 or 332
Restrictions
JAPANESE 728