Words on Words: Narratives of Language

Undergraduate

Critical history of the study of language from Socrates to Saussure and after. Theories of the nature and origin of language; the relations among reality, language, and thought, including the relationship between linguistic theories and literary representation in several historical periods. Course Format: Seminar, 3 hours per week. Restrictions: Open to ENCW (single or combined), ENGL (single or combined), ENGL (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior), WRDS (single or combined), ALTS, APLI (single or combined), BCMN, COMM, HEAR, MCMN and SPLS (single or combined) majors with approval to year 4 (honours) or permission of the instructor and the Chair. Cross-Listing(s): ENGL 4P15 Course Notes: This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term. Exclusions: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in WRIT 4P15.