Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2026 - LING 315 D100

Psychology of Language (3)

Class Number: 1955

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    LING 220. Recommended: One of STAT 201, 203, 205 or PSYC 210.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Explores how language works in human cognition. Investigates how people produce and understand language (whether written, spoken or signed). Uses evidence from the production and comprehension of speech sounds, words, and sentences to introduce psychological and cognitive systems for human language.

COURSE DETAILS:

COURSE DELIVERY: In-person.

Grading

  • Participation 12%
  • Weekly Assignments 14%
  • Exam 1 30%
  • Exam 2 30%
  • Project 14%
  • No Final Exam

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

PLATFORMS(S) USED: Canvas and, if needed, Zoom.

TECHNOLOGY REQUIRED: Access to internet and a laptop computer.

REQUIRED READING:

Weekly readings will be accessible via the SFU library and/or on Canvas at no cost to students.


Department Undergraduate Notes:

Students should familiarize themselves with the Department's Standards on Class Management and Student Responsibilities.

Please note that a grade of “FD” (Failed-Dishonesty) may be assigned as a penalty for academic dishonesty.

All student requests for accommodations for their religious practices must be made in writing by the end of the first week of classes or no later than one week after a student adds a course.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

At SFU, you are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all your academic work. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty harms your own learning, undermines the efforts of your classmates who pursue their studies honestly, and goes against the core values of the university.

To learn more about the academic disciplinary process and relevant academic supports, visit: 


RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.