Studying at the University of Verona

Here you can find information on the organisational aspects of the Programme, lecture timetables, learning activities and useful contact details for your time at the University, from enrolment to graduation.

Study Plan

The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.

CURRICULUM TIPO:

1° Year 

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
1ST FOREIGN LANGUAGE
9
B
L-LIN/12
9
B
L-LIN/04
9
B
L-LIN/14
9
B
L-LIN/07
9
B
L-LIN/21
2nd FOREIGN LANGUAGE
9
B
L-OR/21
9
B
L-LIN/12
9
B
L-LIN/04
9
B
L-LIN/14
9
B
L-LIN/07
9
B
L-LIN/21
6
B
IUS/04
9
B
SECS-P/08
6
B
SECS-P/07
6
C
SECS-P/12

2° Year   activated in the A.Y. 2022/2023

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
1ST FOREIGN LANGUAGE
6
B
L-LIN/21
6
B
L-LIN/12
6
B
L-LIN/04
6
B
L-LIN/14
6
B
L-LIN/07
6
B
INF/01
6
C
SECS-P/11
9
B
SECS-P/08
6
B
SECS-P/07
Final exam
15
E
-
Modules Credits TAF SSD
Between the years: 1°- 2°
12
D
-
Between the years: 1°- 2°
Further linguistic skills
6
F
L-LIN/09
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
3
F
-
Between the years: 1°- 2°
Project work/stage
9
F
-

Legend | Type of training activity (TTA)

TAF (Type of Educational Activity) All courses and activities are classified into different types of educational activities, indicated by a letter.

A Basic activities
B Characterizing activities
C Related or complementary activities
D Activities to be chosen by the student
E Final examination
F Other training activities
S Placements in companies, public or private institutions and professional associations

Varieties of English [Cognomi A-L]  (2021/2022)

Teaching code

4S002972

Academic staff

Sharon Hartle, Valeria Franceschi

Coordinator

Sharon Hartle

Credits

9

Language

English en

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

L-LIN/12 - LANGUAGE AND TRANSLATION - ENGLISH

Period

II semestre (Lingue e letterature straniere) dal Feb 14, 2022 al May 28, 2022.

Lessons timetable MoodleMoodle Seminars 0

Learning outcomes

The course is aimed at illustrating the development and diversification of the English language in its varieties. It is also aimed at shedding light on the factors that have determined the emergence of Englishes in their plurality and at providing insights into linguistic, cultural and ideological issues related to the diverse contexts and uses of Englishes and English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) in the world. The latter will also be analyzed in its use in professional contexts. Language competence in English to be acquired: C2 level - Common European Framework of Reference for languages.

Program

During the course we will cover and discuss aspects related to the historical evolution of the English language, its spread and its geographical diversification.The focus will be placed on phenomena of linguistic and cultural context and on processes of language change in the different contexts of use of the English language, including its role as a global language, also within the professional context.



Main Topics of the course:

Part One: taught by Prof. Valeria Franceschi

Key concepts in the study of English(es)
Models for understanding the spread of English
Language contact phenomena: hybridity in World Englishes, English-based pidgins and creoles
English in different areas of the world
English as a global language: English as a Lingua Franca and English as Business Lingua Franca.

Part Two: taught by Prof. Sharon Hartle
Implications of the pluralism of Varieties of English for learning and teaching the language.

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Examination Methods

Pre-requisite: C2 level language certificate (Common European Framework of Reference), obtained through CLA or through external institutions and validated by the CLA

Type of exam: Oral exam in English. The questions will be on the theoretical issues and examples of English varieties covered in the course. Students should demonstrate metalinguistic awareness, analytical skills and critical thinking.

The final grade of this exam consists of the average of the language certification (C2) together with the grade on the oral exam taken with the course professors.

Students with disabilities or specific learning disorders (SLD), who intend to request the adaptation of the exam, must follow the instructions given HERE