EU8101: Introduction to Translation Theory

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Department Code null
Module Code EU8101
External Subject Code Q920
Number of Credits 20
Level L4
Language of Delivery English
Module Leader Professor Alexis Nuselovici
Semester Double Semester
Academic Year 2013/4

Outline Description of Module

The module aims to give a survey of the main theoretical approaches to translation.

On completion of the module a student should be able to

  • Have an understanding of the use of theory for translation;
  • Have a knowledge of the main theoretical approaches to translation;
  • Show ability to analyse the nature and relevancy of various theoretical arguments with regard to translation practice.

How the module will be delivered

Lectures and seminars.

Skills that will be practised and developed

  • Display a comprehensive understanding of theoretical challenges in translation;
  • Show ability to use theoretical arguments with regard to translation practice;
  • Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of the main theoretical approaches in translation;
  • Demonstrate analytical skills.

How the module will be assessed

 

Coursework

40%

Essay + short piece of translation work

 

End of semester 1

Exam

60%

 

2 hours

End of semester 2

 

Assessment Breakdown

Type % Title Duration(hrs)
Exam - Spring Semester 70 Introduction To Translation Theory 2
Written Assessment 30 Essay - Autumn Semester N/A

Syllabus content

  • Translation in the field of social and human sciences;
  • Translation as an academic object and discipline;
  • Basic concepts and principles in translation;
  • Main theoretical trends in translation theory;
  • The social role and the social status of translation;
  • Translation and culture;
  • History of translation.

Essential Reading and Resource List

Bassnett-McGuire, S., Translation Studies, London: Routledge, 1991

Munday, J., Introducing Translation Studies, London: Routledge, 2001

Shuttleworth, M. and Cowie, M, Dictionnary of Translation Studies, Manchester: St Jerome, 1997

Baker, M. and Saldanha, G. (eds.), Routledge Encyclopedia of Translation Studies, London: Routledge, 2009


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