English Words and Metaphors for Emotions

Utbildningsfakta

Kod: 1EN096

The course is divided into two modules:   Module 1: Theory and method, 4.5 credits   This module studies metaphor and metonymy, two basic processes and concepts in cognitive linguistic research on emotion concepts, from a theoretical and methodological perspective. Particular attention is paid to differences between emotion concepts. Furthermore, this module deals with historical changes in the meanings of words for emotions and emotion concepts. In this course, students are trained to describe emotion concepts from these points of view.   Module 2: Individual assignment, 3.0 credits  In this module, students will carry out a practical application of the theories and methods discussed in Module 1.

Behörighet

Gy: Knowledge of English equivalent of English 6/English level 2. Univ: At least 90 ECTS including at least 15 ECTS with academic progression (corresponding to level 61-90 hp in the Swedish academic system) in English, or equivalent knowledge.

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• English Words and Metaphors for Emotions

  Umeå University

  Startdatum: 31 augusti 2026

  Slutdatum: 17 januari 2027

  Studietakt: 25 %