LANG6030 Practical Translation
Module Overview
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Translating and interpreting theories and methods, including the key theoretical frameworks in the field of translation and how to apply them to produce commercially viable translations.
- The use of technology in translation and multilingual settings to produce work of a professional standard.
- how translation theory is applied in a professional setting, dealing with the complexities of working and thinking globally and across cultures
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- apply theory in order to communicate effectively and to a professional standard between English and at least one other language in writing and orally in a variety of academic and / or work related contexts.
- analyse and reflect on your own professional practice and experience and identify areas for change;
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- work at a professional level across at least two languages
- monitor and evaluate professional activity, including self-evaluation
- manage deadlines and make effective use of your time
- communicate complex ideas and arguments orally and in writing
- engage in debate around complex ideas and theories
- demonstrate high level interpersonal skills and intercultural awareness
Syllabus
During the course students will work through a selection of translation tasks, grouped thematically as follows: Weeks 1-2: Media / journalistic texts weeks 3-4: Politics Weeks 4-5: Legal texts Weeks 6-7: Business / economics Weeks 8-9: travel Weeks 9-10: Biography / autobiography Weeks 11-12: Literary translation Readings are essentially the same as for LANG6018, Translation Theory and Practice, though your attention is drawn to those parts of the reading list which focus on the practical application of theory.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Teaching will be delivered through weekly practice-based, interactive workshops which aim to give students maximum opportunity to reflect on and discuss their practice.
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Preparation for scheduled sessions | 24 |
| Follow-up work | 24 |
| Independent Study | 78 |
| Total study time | 150 |
Resources & Reading list
Zinan Ye, Xiaojin Shi, Lynette (2008). Introduction to Chinese-English Translation: Key Concepts and Techniques.
Sandor Hervey (2006). Thinking German Translation.
Louise M. Haywood (Author), Michael Thompson (Contributor), Sándor Hervey (Contributor) (2009). Thinking Spanish Translation .
Sándor Hervey (2002). Thinking French Translation: A Course in Translation Method: French to English (Thinking Translation).
Valerie Pellatt (2010). Thinking Chinese Translation.
Assessment
Summative
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Personal Critical Reflection | 25% |
| Take-away translation | 75% |
Repeat
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Personal Critical Reflection | 25% |
| Take-away translation | 75% |
Referral
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Personal Critical Reflection | 25% |
| Take-away translation | 75% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External
Costs
Costs associated with this module
Students are responsible for meeting the cost of essential textbooks, and of producing such essays, assignments, laboratory reports and dissertations as are required to fulfil the academic requirements for each programme of study.
In addition to this, students registered for this module typically also have to pay for:
Other
Students will incur no additional costs by taking this model
Please also ensure you read the section on additional costs in the University’s Fees, Charges and Expenses Regulations in the University Calendar available at www.calendar.soton.ac.uk.