English II

About this programme

Building on skills acquired in English I, English 2 allows you to further develop what you studied in both English linguistics and English literature. After completing English 2, you have the opportunity to specialize further in your preferred discipline within our Bachelor’s or English 3 courses. English 2 (30 credits) comprises four modules (7.5 credits each). Module descriptions and other material will be available on Canvas at the start of the term, or the start of the module. Log in to Canvas with your university account. This module elaborates on the concepts of English linguistics that were introduced in English I, and aims to provide students with increased insights into English linguistics, focusing on the structural features of the English language, especially phonetics/phonology, syntax, and semantics. Students will learn to understand and apply linguistic models, concepts and methods of analysis in the above-mentioned areas. Within this module, various genres of English-language literature from the early period until the nineteenth century are studied. Terms and analytical concepts that the students acquired in English I are used and expanded upon. In addition, students gain historical and critical perspectives on literary texts. Special emphasis is placed on the students’ own ability to use English to critically analyse the texts in question. This module elaborates on the concepts of English linguistics that were introduced in English I, and aims to provide students with increased insights into English linguistics, focusing on the uses of the English langua