Dr. Benjamin Lyngfelt

Professor

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Biography

Benjamin Lyngfelt is a professor at the University of Gothenburg and a trained syntactician with broad interests encompassing grammar, grammatical theory, and the interplay between various components of language including grammar, lexicon, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. In recent years, he has primarily focused on issues from the perspective of Construction Grammar. He is currently leading the effort to develop the Swedish 'ConstructiCon', an online dictionary of grammatical constructions that connects to corresponding resources in other languages. His work includes various publications addressing topics such as language pedagogy, constructicography, and valency constructions. Lyngfelt is actively engaged in research projects that explore the connections between grammatical constructions and cognitive frameworks, aiming to enhance the understanding of multilingual construction networks. Through his extensive research, he contributes to the fields of linguistic theory and practical language applications, shaping the future of grammatical resources in Sweden.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Leading research and teaching in the field of linguistics, focusing particularly on syntax and Construction Grammar.

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).