Semantic Analysis (Master S2 Class)

Basic information

• Credits: 3
• Format: 2.5 hours weekly
• 2026-2027 instructors: Lucia Tovena
• 2026-2027 schedule: TBD
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Description

Meaning is one of the most obvious features of language, but also one of its most intangible and complex aspects to study. Formal semantics is the branch of linguistics that studies the meaning expressed by the elements of a language and the interpretation of the expressions that result from their combinations. The aim of this class is to consolidate fundamentals and lead students into start conducting their own research in semantics.

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of theoretical semantics is assumed, such as is provided e.g. by the S1 course “Semantics”.

Students without such knowledge can be enrolled on a case by case basis.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

• Read contemporary literature in theoretical semantics and pragmatics.
• Master the fundamentals in theoretical semantics.