Module overview
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Subject Specific Practical Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- provide competent translations of general texts
- make effective use of written and online resources in translation
- operate as a reliable translator in a semi-professional context
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- refer to aspects of translation theory in evaluating strategies for dealing with certain types of text
- recognise translation difficulties and evaluate alternatives for dealing with them
- describe, analyse and explain the nature of translation difficulties in writing
- recognise and handle different registers and genres in both the Source and Target Languages of texts for translation
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- the types of difficulties encountered when translating texts aimed at the general public
- the differences of style and convention in written forms between English and other languages in a variety of genres
- the variety of reference materials and tools available to translators
- aspects of translation theory and terminology relevant to practical translation
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- work effectively to deadlines
- present written work to a professional standard of presentation
- communicate ideas and arguments in writing
- demonstrate self-confidence and self-awareness in independent study
Syllabus
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Type | Hours |
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Independent Study | 126 |
Teaching | 24 |
Total study time | 150 |
Resources & Reading list
Textbooks
Hervey, S. Loughridge, M and Higgins, I. (2006). Thinking German Translation. London: Routledge.
Hervey, S. and Higgins, I. (2002). Thinking French Translation. London: Routledge.
Haywood, L., Thompson, M. and Hervey, S. (2009). Thinking Spanish Translation. London: Routledge.
Baker, M and Saldana G. (eds) (2009). The Routledge Encyclopedia of Translation Studies. London: Routledge.
Munday, J. (2016). Introducing Translation Studies, Theories and Applications. London: Routledge.
Newmark, P. (1988). A Textbook of Translation. London: Prentice Hall.
Baker, M. (2011). In Other Words, A Coursebook on Translation. London: Routledge.
Assessment
Assessment strategy
Assessments designed to provide informal, on-module feedback - opportunities before each assessment for students to seek individual advice and guidance from the tutor(s) - in-class guidance and advice on preparation, completion and presentation of un-assessed and assessed coursework - in-class feedback on tasks prepared for class sessionSummative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Translation exercise | 40% |
Essay or problem question | 60% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Coursework | 100% |
Repeat
An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Translation exercise | 40% |
Essay or problem question | 60% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External