Introduction to Linguistics: Course Outline

1. Introduction to Language: Features and Functions
2. Difference between Language and Linguistics
3. Origin of Language: Theories
4. Scope of Linguistics  
5. Introduction to Major Branches of Linguistics
   • Phonetics and Phonology
   • Morphology
   • Syntax
   • Semantics
   • Pragmatics
6. Different Approaches to Grammar
7. Discourse Analysis
8. Language Change
9. Language Acquisition

Course Objectives

• To provide the fundamental concepts of linguistics
• To help students learn application of linguistics in real life

Program Objectives

• To transmit knowledge of the structure and function of language and its use
• To help students develop critical thinking skills, analytical skills, and reading, writing, and research skills