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.
Occurrence | Teaching period |
---|---|
A | Autumn Term 2022-23 to Summer Term 2022-23 |
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.
After satisfactorily completing the module you should be able to:
Task | % of module mark |
---|---|
Essay/coursework | 70 |
Online Exam - 24 hrs (Centrally scheduled) | 30 |
None
Task | % of module mark |
---|---|
Open Exam (7-day week) | 100 |
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.
Texts and materials will be provided by the tutor.