Dr. Ferdinand Von Mengden

Professor

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Biography

Ferdinand von Mengden is a full professor in the Institute for English Philology at Freie Universität Berlin. His research spans various sub-disciplines of linguistics, including syntax, morphology, semantics, pragmatics, language change, and sociolinguistics. He is particularly interested in the dynamic nature of human language and its social contexts. His current projects involve emergent grammar and the study of linguistic variation and change. Von Mengden has published extensively, contributing to volumes on topics such as the history of linguistic thought, urban sociolinguistics, and grammaticalization. His collaborative works address the cultural aspects of language and the impact of social practices on linguistic evolution. He supervises students' theses at the Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate levels, guiding research that reflects his commitment to the intricacies of linguistic diversity and change. His pedagogical approach includes seminars and colloquia aimed at developing advanced research skills among students in linguistics.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Freie Universität Berlin • Berlin, Germany

Teaching and research in the Institute for English Philology, focusing on various aspects of linguistics.

Requirements for Freie Universität Berlin

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with 10 ECTS in Methods of Empirical Social Research 10 ECTS in International Relations 35 ECTS in Political and Administrative Sciences
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcript of Records
  • Proof of English proficiency (C1)
  • Proof of German proficiency (DSH-2)
  • Course descriptions for ECTS verification
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political and Social Sciences.