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Linguistics 2B:The Multilingual mind LING204 H2 (30L-10T-0P-0S-97H-20R-0F-0G-3A-13W-16C) 

Prerequisite Requirement: Recommended: Linguistics 1A,1B, 2A 

Aim: To familiarise students with the cognitive dimensions of linguistics. Content: In this course we investigate the nature of the cognitive processes underlying the production, perception and comprehension of natural language. We cover psycholinguistics (the study of these language-processing mechanisms) and techniques of formal linguistic analysis, in order to explore the nature of the mental representations that form the basis of speakers’ linguistic competence. (This module is of particular relevance for students in cognitive science.)

Assessment: Weekly tutorial questions, four homework assignments, one small scale research project (20%), one three-hour examination (50%). 

DP Requirement: Submission of all written work on time.

In this Honours module we explore and compare the features and characteristics of artificial and human language processing systems. We will look into theoretical foundations of these two types of language processing systems. We will also gain a better understanding of the abilities that practical applications of artificial language processing systems have -- in comparison to human systems. 

Students will learn about the latest research and developments in the field. They will be enabled to critically assess similarities and differences between human and artificial systems.  At the end of the semester, students will understand the limitations and challenges that exist when we try to replicate human language in artificial systems.