Languages, Cultures, Literature, Translation

This third-year course offers an examination of English as a global language, exploring its historical expansion, linguistic variation, and sociocultural significance in diverse regions of the world. By engaging with key theories and case studies, students will develop an understanding of how English has evolved into multiple distinct varieties, shaped by local contexts, migration, and globalization. Through analysis of different World Englishes – via video recordings and clips taken from the Web – students will investigate phonological, grammatical, and lexical differences, as well as the social and political factors that influence language attitudes and policies. The course also encourages reflection on the implications of Global Englishes in education, media, and professional domains, equipping students with the analytical tools to engage in contemporary debates about language diversity, identity, and global communication.

Passing the second-year English Language exam.

• Schneider, E. W. 2020. English around the World. An Introduction, 2nd edition. Cambridge University Press. • Galloway, N., & Rose, H. 2015. Introducing Global Englishes. Routledge (Only chapter 1: “The history of English”, pp. 1-27). • Crystal, D. 2003. English as a Global Language, 2nd edition. Cambridge University Press (Only chapter 2: “Why English? The historical context”, pp. 29-71) • In-class exercises will be an integral part of the final exam.

Strongly advised.

The written exam will include 20 multiple-choice questions (10 pts), short exercises (10 pts), and two in-depth exercises (10 pts).

See above.

The lectures, which will be highly interactive, will alternate with individual and/or group exercises.