This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and methods of comparative-historical linguistics. It covers the applications of comparative linguistics and the use of computer technology within the field. The aim is to provide a comprehensive understanding of how languages evolve, how to identify language relationships, and how to reconstruct past language states. Students will learn to analyze linguistic data using comparative methods and understand the theoretical underpinnings of language classification and reconstruction.
The curriculum covers the history and theory of comparative linguistics, language change, regular phonetic correspondences, language relatedness, and language contacts. It also delves into the etymologization of native and borrowed vocabulary, establishing language relationships, genealogical language classification, glottochronology, and the principles of reconstructing proto-languages, including phonetics, phonology, prosody, morphology, syntax, and lexicon. Finally, it explores the applications of comparative linguistics and the use of computer technology in the field.
Tuition fees are listed for Master's programs and are not applicable to this Bachelor's program. International student fees and living costs are not specified for this program.
This program is taught in Russian. Therefore, proficiency in the Russian language is required.
Tuition fees are not specified for this Bachelor's program, as the listed fees apply to Master's programs. Information regarding international student fees and living costs is also not provided.
The curriculum includes the history and theory of comparative linguistics, language change, phonetic correspondences, language relatedness, etymologization, language classification, glottochronology, and reconstructing proto-languages. It also covers the applications of comparative linguistics and the use of computer technology in the field.
Graduates will be equipped with skills for linguistic research, computational linguistics, and language analysis. Potential career paths include roles in data analysis, understanding language evolution, and applying computational methods in linguistics.
International applicants should visit the HSE University - St. Petersburg admissions website for undergraduate programs. You will need to review specific program requirements, prepare necessary documents, and submit your application through the online portal, adhering to all deadlines and instructions.