Morphology

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2016:

170 hours

LING20006 Syntax (or equivalent); familiarity with phonological rules (from LING10001 Secret Life of Language for example, or equivalent).

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

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Morphology is the study of word structure and word formation. We examine the nature of this area by looking at the diversity and uniformity found in the morphological systems of a wide variety of the world's languages. Theories of morphology are critically discussed and compared. We also consider the interface relationships between morphology and other areas of grammar, in particular syntax and phonology.

On successful completion of this subject, students should:

• be able to confidently deploy discipline specific research and analysis in Morphology using primary and secondary sources and empirical data with a strong sense of research ethics and intellectual integrity;
• be able to draw on and critically evaluate theoretical approaches to Morphology;
• be able to position themselves within theoretical debates in Morphology;
• be able to proficiently employ learning and research technologies as well as field-specific technologies;
• have attained advanced abilities in written and verbal argumentation in Morphology;
• have consolidated their understanding of social and cultural diversity in the university and wider community.

• Problem set assignment 1 due throughout the semester [25%]
• Problem set assignment 2 due throughout the semester [25%]
• Take-home exam due at the end of the semester [50%]

Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of tutorials in order to pass this subject. All pieces of written work must be submitted to pass this subject.

Note: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10% per working day. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked.

Lieber, Rochelle. 2010. Intoducing Morphology. CUP.

Downloadable readings will also be made available

This subject potentially can be taken as a breadth subject component for the following courses:

• Bachelor of Biomedicine
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Environments
• Bachelor of Music
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Engineering

You should visit learn more about breadth subjects and read the breadth requirements for your degree, and should discuss your choice with your student adviser, before deciding on your subjects.

Students who successfully complete this subject should:

• develop skills in critical thinking and analysis;
• develop skills in thinking in theoretical terms;
• develop skill in communicating knowledge intelligibly and economically;
• develop skill in observation and attention to detail.