PhD Sociolinguistics
Course Overview
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of sociolinguistics, focusing on the dynamic relationship between language and society from diverse transnational perspectives. Students will engage with critical research on linguistic landscapes, minority languages, and the sociopolitical dimensions of language use across the Francophone, Hispanophone, Lusophone, and Italophone worlds, as well as North Africa and the Middle East.
Key Program Highlights
- Expert-led research into Linguistic Landscapes, analyzing language in public spaces and signage.
- Specialized focus on regional and minority languages within Europe and the Middle East.
- Exploration of contemporary themes like migration studies and 'new speakers'.
- Strong emphasis on language policy, ideologies, and issues of linguistic capital.
- Direct connection to the editorial leadership of the journal 'Linguistic Landscape'.
Course Overview
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of sociolinguistics, focusing on the dynamic relationship between language and society from diverse transnational perspectives. Students will engage with critical research on linguistic landscapes, minority languages, and the sociopolitical dimensions of language use across the Francophone, Hispanophone, Lusophone, and Italophone worlds, as well as North Africa and the Middle East.
Key Program Highlights
- Expert-led research into Linguistic Landscapes, analyzing language in public spaces and signage.
- Specialized focus on regional and minority languages within Europe and the Middle East.
- Exploration of contemporary themes like migration studies and 'new speakers'.
- Strong emphasis on language policy, ideologies, and issues of linguistic capital.
- Direct connection to the editorial leadership of the journal 'Linguistic Landscape'.
