Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LI Language and Communication
School	School of Psychology
Department	School of Psychology
Module Code	03 36719
Module Lead	Dr Steven Frisson
Level	Intermediate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
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Description	Language, and communication more generally, shapes who we are and allows us to convey our thoughts, feelings, and knowledge. In short, language and communication shape our humanity. It is impossible to imagine a world where no communication exists. Given its profound impact on all aspects of life, language and communication is an integral part of psychology.The topic of language and communication can be studied from many different angles, and this module will integrate insights from cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, psycholinguistics, and social psychology. While the focus is on human communication, we will also examine to what degree this is species-specific. Since language can take many different forms, we will discuss different modes of communication, e.g. aural (speech), visual (reading), visual-manual (sign language), as well as communication beyond language (gestures). In addition, we will examine how language and communication develops through the lifespan, how it is supported by the brain, and what happens when we acquire a different form of communication (e.g. when learning a second language).
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the structure of language in terms of phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. Evaluate theories and evidence on the processes of speaking, reading, and other forms of communication. Demonstrate an understanding of how language and other types of communication develop over time. Demonstrate an understanding of the neurological basis of language. Demonstrate the ability to compare and contrast different forms of communication. Extract, and explain, the main findings of assigned research articles and reviews.
Assessment	36719-01 : Class test : Class Test (50%) 36719-02 : Exam : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: 1. In-course MCQ tests (50% of 20 credit module) 2. Written unseen exam, 2h (50% of 20 credit module) Reassessment: If the module is failed or deferred, any failed/deferred component will be resubmitted or resat
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