MODL5116M Advanced English-Japanese Translation
30 Credits Class Size: 40
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running
2006/07
Pre-requisites
Acceptance onto MAATS programme for Japanese. Participants must have native or near-native ability in Chinese as well as an excellent knowledge of English.
Co-requisites
Core modules 1 and 2. Advanced Japanese-English Translation (MODL5101)
This module is approved as an Elective
Objectives
On completion of this module, students should be able to translate confidently from English into Japanese to a professional level in four key text-types.
Syllabus
This module provides participants with a practical course in high-level written translation from English into Japanese. As preparation for translation work in a professional context it presents participants with practice in four different text-types: journalistic, general/administrative, technical/scientific and literary. The module is taught through practical sessions so there is ample opportunity for discussion of the principles which underlie effective translation strategies.
Teaching Methods
Practical Classes 20 x 2 hours
Reading List
Check the module area in Minerva for your reading list
Last updated: 24/07/2003
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