Overview
Aims
O 1 In-depth understanding of equivalence in translation, with a focus on cultural equivalence and the necessity of preserving the cultural and national identity of the translated text.
O 2 In-depth understanding of the operational concepts in translation theory and the aspects involved in this process.
O 3 Analysis of different language registers and functional styles of the language in order to achieve transfer from one language into the other.
Course contents
Course 1 Linguistic approaches and translation Course 2 Contrastive analysis and translation Course 3 Discourse analysis and translation Course 4 Textual pragmatics and equivalence Course 5 Culture and translation Course 6 Gender and translation Course 7 Politics and ideology in translation
Learning outcomes
By the end of the course the students will be able to define, describe and explain the main concepts, theories, methods that are fundamental to translation and interpreting, and of specific terminology to languages A, B, C, pertaining to the target professional domains.
Assessment
End-of-semester written test to check understanding and use of concepts, theories, methods used in the field of translation and interpreting of given texts. Home assignments done throughout the semester. Attendance and involvement in class.