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LNGS7508: Corpus Linguistics and the Professions
2023 unit information
This unit focuses on corpus linguistics and its application to a range of professional contexts, including but not limited to English language learning and teaching. In addition to lectures, lab-based tutorials will allow students to acquire and practice skills in computer-based text analysis. The emphasis is on easy-to-use tools and no prior technical expertise is required.
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| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Linguistics |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. explain key concepts in corpus linguistics
- LO2. undertake computer-based text analysis of linguistic data
- LO3. understand the real-world applications of corpus linguistics for a range of professional contexts
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