Translation and interpreting

English Pronunciation and Intonation

Release Date: 2017-09-22

1.Basic Course Information

Course code: 090062  
Course name: English Pronunciation and Intonation  
Course type: Fundamental course  
Periods: 30  
Credits: 2  
Target students: Undergraduates majoring in English  
Assessment: Examination  
Preparatory courses: None

2.Brief Course Introduction

English Pronunciation and Intonation is a compulsory course provided for the freshman English majors in the first semester. This course aims at providing students with knowledge and practice in pronunciation, intonation, rhythm, linking and other skills in English. It introduces the differences between British and American English, and helps the students to have better and correct oral language.