EUT401: Theory of Translation
| School | null |
| Department Code | null |
| Module Code | EUT401 |
| External Subject Code | Q920 |
| Number of Credits | 30 |
| Level | L7 |
| Language of Delivery | English |
| Module Leader | Dr Cristina Marinetti |
| Semester | Autumn Semester |
| Academic Year | 2013/4 |
Outline Description of Module
This module will present the main translation theories, from equivalence 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.
On completion of the module a student should be able to
- 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 in the first semester
How the module will be assessed
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 | Theory Of Translation - Exam | 2 |
| Written Assessment | 75 | Theory Of Translation - Essay | N/A |
Syllabus content
Week 1 Introduction: Theory and Translation (Cristina Marinetti)
Week 2 Equivalence (Cristina Marinetti)
Week 3 Functionalism (Cristina Marinetti)
Week 4 Sociology & anthropology (Rachael Langford)
Week 5 Cultural Studies (Cristina Marinetti)
Week 6 History (Cristina Marnietti)
Week 7 Feminism (Vanna Motta)
Week 8 Post-colonialism (Dorota Goluch)
Week 9 Psychoanalysis (Dorota Goluch)
Week 10 Philosophy: Hermeneutics (Cristina Marnietti)
Essential Reading and Resource List
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Edwin GENTZLER, Contemporary Translation Theories, London and New York: Routledge, 1993.
Lawrence VENUTI (ed.), Translation Studies Reader, London and New York: Routledge, 2004.