An empirical study in cognitive linguistics (ADSS/DRFHUM7P/61853)

Cognitive linguistics is an interdisciplinary approach to language study which is based on the basic principle that human language is inextricably linked with other aspects of cognition. Languages are the way they are because human beings perceive and categorize the world in certain fundamental ways. Equally, our representations of the world are (to a large extent) shaped by the fact that we are linguistic creatures who use language to organize, convey and process information

This project will involve an empirical investigation of some aspect of speakers’ lexical or grammatical knowledge from a cognitive perspective using either corpus or experimental methods, or a combination of both. The specific topic will be negotiated with the supervisor, but we particularly welcome projects concerned with individual differences in linguistic knowledge, language change, and language acquisition.

Northumbria University is one of the strongest centres of research in cognitive linguistics not only in the UK, but also internationally. At present, five members of staff and five PhD students are involved in researching various aspects of language from a cognitive perspective. Our staff also play active roles in the UK Cognitive Linguistics Association and the International Cognitive Linguistics Association, and we will be hosting the next International Cognitive Linguistics Conference. The successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in the departmental research culture and will have the opportunity to become involved in various cognitive initiatives.

Enquiries regarding this studentship should be made to: Professor Regina Weinert ([Email Address Removed])

For further details of how to apply, entry requirements and the application form, see
https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/research/postgraduate-research-degrees/how-to-apply/
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