Language and Communication in Applied Linguistics

Undergraduate | 2026

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LING 1003
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Course ID
204091
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Adelaide City Campus
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Level of study
Undergraduate
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6
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Adelaide University
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1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

The aim of this course is to introduce students to the exploration and analysis of languages as meaning-making systems, and the fundamental distinction between language structure and the functions of language Students will be introduced to the ways in which human language is used to communicate, and the similarities and differences between language and other communication systems. Students will explore the range of languages found in the world today, and investigate the distinction between language structure and the functions of language. They will examine and analyse the linguistic features of languages (sounds, words, sentences, texts) at an introductory level, and critically consider how language is used.

Course learning outcomes

  • explain how languages are meaning making systems
  • explain the distinction between language structure and the functions of language
  • analyse the structures of languages
  • describe aspects of language

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed LANG1062 Language and Communication in Applied Linguistics at the University of South Australia

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