Course Overview

The Discourse Analysis program at Universidade de Lisboa focuses on the study of language use in social contexts, exploring how discourse shapes and is shaped by cultural, political, and social dynamics. This course aims to equip students with analytical tools to examine spoken, written, and multimodal communication, fostering critical thinking and research skills in linguistic and sociolinguistic domains. Unique features include a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches, integrating insights from sociology, anthropology, and communication studies.

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program are prepared for diverse roles in academia, media, public policy, and corporate communication, where skills in analyzing language and discourse are highly valued. The program also supports pathways to further research and doctoral studies in linguistics and related fields.

Key Faculty and Staff

While specific faculty names for this course are not publicly listed in accessible sources, the program is supported by the Faculty of Letters at Universidade de Lisboa, known for its expertise in linguistics and language studies.

Unique Facilities and Partnerships

Students benefit from access to the university’s extensive linguistic research centers and libraries, as well as opportunities for collaboration with international academic networks in discourse studies. The university maintains partnerships with European linguistic associations, enhancing research and exchange opportunities.