Methods in Text and Discourse Analysis, 5 cr

This course considers some standard methods of analysing text and discourse, and theories behind those methods. The main emphasis is on qualitative methods of analysing language use in its social context. During the course we will examine in detail both some classic studies and latest developments in the field, and hands-on exercises and projects will familiarise students with the empirical analysis of text and discourse in practice. Course work includes weekly sessions, background readings, independent study, an oral presentation in the class and a final essay (project paper).