Wycliffe UK / Redcliffe College

Programme Detail: Discourse and Phonology

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Discourse and Phonology
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number UK-DaP
Description Examine what happens in communication and learn techniques for analysis of discourse phenomena that are relevant for translation.
Keywords Discourse Analysis Pragmatics Translation Communication Cognitive Semantics Bible Translation
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available United Kingdom / South East
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / Biblical Languages; Mission and Evangelism / Language Learning Methods
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Masters
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
Actual Cost GBP1050
Bursaries/scholarships available No
Actual Length 6 weeks
Average hours of study per week 40
Methods of instruction taught classes, seminars and tutorials, including both interactive discussion and individual attention.
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 50%
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 40%
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). 10%
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 10
Prerequisite Programmes Some background in linguistics is required
Other Prerequisites IELTS level 6.0 (English language fluency) A small number of texts with an English language gloss and a free translation, prefereably enetred into FieldWorks software.
Qualifications gained
Qualifications this programme is part of MA Field Linguistics
Programme Accredited by Other Accreditation (see below)
Other Accrediting Bodies University of Gloucestershire