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Translation: Methodology & Practice (French) - LAN00009H

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  • Department: Language and Linguistic Science
  • Credit value: 20 credits
  • Credit level: H
  • Academic year of delivery: 2022-23

Module will run

Occurrence Teaching period
A Autumn Term 2022-23 to Summer Term 2022-23

Module aims

The lectures and seminars will introduce the principles and problems involved in translation into English. They will discuss approaches and methodological techniques in the translation of a range of materials using different registers. As well as enabling students to develop a basic understanding of relevant issues and problems, they will provide opportunities for practice translations into English.

Module learning outcomes

After satisfactorily completing the module you should be able to:

  • Successfully translate unprepared passages from French to English
  • Show an increased understanding of the principles and problems involved in the translation of French materials, as well as the ability to apply this knowledge when translating
  • Research and understand background knowledge necessary for translations of specialized texts, such as advertisements or technical texts
  • Develop a broader vocabulary for specialised purposes such as translation of business, literary and technical material

Indicative assessment

Task % of module mark
Essay/coursework 70
Online Exam - 24 hrs (Centrally scheduled) 30

Special assessment rules

None

Indicative reassessment

Task % of module mark
Open Exam (7-day week) 100

Module feedback

Feedback on formative work

Oral commentary and dialogue within class on oral and written language work. Given immediately both to individuals and to group.

Written comments and mark on University scale given to individual students for practice translations, with opportunity for individual consultation. The translations will be returned to students within two weeks of the seminar.

Model answers may be given for class exercise/ past exam papers, with class discussion of difficulties.

Assessment and feedback

Feedback: Written feedback to be provided within 20 working days.

Indicative reading

Texts and materials will be provided by the tutor.


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