EUT244: Theories of Translation
School | null |
Department Code | null |
Module Code | EUT244 |
External Subject Code | Q920 |
Number of Credits | 15 |
Level | L7 |
Language of Delivery | English |
Module Leader | Dr Cristina Marinetti |
Semester | Autumn Semester |
Academic Year | 2013/4 |
Outline Description of Module
This module aims to provide an introduction to the different contemporary translation theories which help to understand, in a non-empirical way, the practice of translation.
On completion of the module a student should be able to
On completion of the module a student should:
- have a knowledge of the main contemporary translation theories and of the different dimensions of the translating process
- show ability to analyse theoretical arguments associated with translation practice
- demonstrate an understanding of the role and nature of theories regarding translation practice
- demonstrate advanced analytical skills.
How the module will be delivered
Teaching is by 10 weekly lectures/seminars
How the module will be assessed
The assessment consists of one essay of 3,000 words (75% of the mark) and one two-hour written examination (25% of the mark).
Assessment Breakdown
Type | % | Title | Duration(hrs) |
---|---|---|---|
Exam - Autumn Semester | 25 | Theories Of Translation | 2 |
Written Assessment | 75 | 3,000 Word Assessed Essay | N/A |
Syllabus content
This module will present the main translation theories, from pragmatics to hermeneutics, and focus on the multidimensional aspects of translation: language, text, discourse, society and history. It will provide a general introduction to the metalanguage of translation studies which aids understanding of the process of translation and guides translation choices.
INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT
Week 1 Introduction: Theory and Translation
Week 2 Discourse analysis
Week 3 Reception theories
Week 4 Sociology and anthropology
Week 5 Cultural Studies
Week 6 History
Essential Reading and Resource List
Edwin GENTZLER, Contemporary Translation Theories, London and New York: Routledge, 1993.
Lawrence VENUTI (ed.), Translation Studies Reader, London and New York: Routledge, 2004.