History of the English Language

Overview

Subject area

ENG

Catalog Number

701

Course Title

History of the English Language

Department(s)

Description

Historical linguistics and the study of English, including analysis of selected texts from Old English through early modern English to illustrate the development of the English language. Attention will be paid to the phonology and grammar of the English language and their changes during the period, as well as the ways language is used for expressive ends in the selected literary examples.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule