• Formulate a research question relevant to the course content
• Select and explain relevant theories from the course
• Perform an analysis by applying theoretical models and concepts to an empirical case or critically examine, compare and contrast two or more theoretical models
• If writing an empirical paper, discuss the choice of methods for data collection and analysis
• Communicate results in a scientifically valid manner, including: proper and consistent use of academic English, coherent and well-argued presentation of all parts of the assignment and correct and comprehensive use of references

The course introduces students to anthropological linguistics, a field which focusses on the importance of language for an understanding of culture and society. The course covers key theoretical concepts and issues of the field such as multilingualism, language and power, language ideologies and language and identity.
 
The course focuses specifically on the use of anthropological linguistics in an organisational context, covering topics such as language choice (when do Danish companies use English and when do they use Danish and why?), language and power in organisations (what are the consequences of implementing English as a corporate language in terms of status loss for employees?) and language socialisation (why is it important for international employees to learn the local language?).
 
After taking the course, students should be able to understand the role of language in relation to culture(s) and the concept of language as social action. This introduction will provide students with an angle to understand and explain language and culture-related topics in companies and other organisations using the theories and methods of anthropological linguistics.