Introduction to Translation and Interpreting studies

ELAN64001 Introduction to Translation and Interpreting studies 15 Semester 1 Postgraduate Taught Level 6 Kasia Szymanska Unit coordinator Henry Jones Unit coordinator Anna Strowe Unit coordinator 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Masters/Integrated Masters P4 ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 7.5 This course unit provides students with a grounding in contemporary theories of translation and interpreting from the 1960s until the present time.The first half of the course focuses on linguistic approaches, specifically the analysis and description of texts, using a range of skills and concepts from linguistics and sociolinguistics. The second half of the course explores approaches to translation that are employed in translation studies beyond linguistic approaches, or in conjunction with them, including: systems approachessociological approachesfeminist approachespostcolonial approaches Sessions and exercises in both parts will connect with existing literature in translation and interpreting studies, as both examples and as the basis for exercises and discussions where relevant. This course also provides a foundation for MA writing in translation and interpreting, using exercises and coursework to cover issues related to academic writing, critical reading, and the integration of textual analysis with other forms of analysis.  <div> This course unit provides students with a grounding in contemporary theories of translation and interpreting from the 1960s until the present time.The first half of the course focuses on linguistic approaches, specifically the analysis and description of texts, using a range of skills and concepts from linguistics and sociolinguistics. The second half of the course explores approaches to translation that are employed in translation studies beyond linguistic approaches, or in conjunction with them, including: systems approachessociological approachesfeminist approachespostcolonial approaches Sessions and exercises in both parts will connect with existing literature in translation and interpreting studies, as both examples and as the basis for exercises and discussions where relevant. This course also provides a foundation for MA writing in translation and interpreting, using exercises and coursework to cover issues related to academic writing, critical reading, and the integration of textual analysis with other forms of analysis. This course also provides a foundation for MA writing in translation and interpreting, using exercises and coursework to cover issues related to academic writing, critical reading, and the integration of textual analysis with other forms of analysis.</div><div> </div> To provide students with a metalanguage for analysing a broad range of texts and utterances, including their own translation and interpreting outputsTo enable students to write critically about methods and categories of textual analysisTo introduce key paradigms of research in translation and interpreting studiesTo develop awareness of the relationship between theory and practiceTo equip students with effective research and analytical skills  <div>Demonstrate a firm grasp of the metalanguage used to discuss and analyse spoken and written textsUnderstand how linguistic issues can affect translation decisions, connecting theory with practice as well as micro-linguistic choices with wider issuesBe familiar with the major disciplinary approaches in translation and interpreting studies since the 1960s </div>  Analyse written and spoken textsEvaluate translation choices using appropriate concepts and metalanguage  Critically assess relevant academic literatureDevelop and sustain a coherent argument in appropriately lucid and scholarly terms Make informed decisions about translation and interpreting (in practice)Evaluate your own decisions and the decisions of others with reference to linguistic as well as cultural/social/political concernsSelect and synthesise literature to back up an argument  Structure ideas clearly and present a well-structured analysis or argumentAdhere to guidelines and present a professional written productPlan and carry out written assignments to a strict deadline  Analytical skills Proofreading Innovation/creativity Time management Problem solving Structuring an argument Other Supporting arguments with evidence 0 Other 100% Assessment task:1. Critical review - 30%2. Critical essay - 70% Resit assessment:If only one assessment task has been failed, that task will be resat.  If both  tasks have been failed, Assessment 2 will be resat.    <table border="1" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="width:662px;" width="662"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:321px;">Feedback method</td> <td style="width:340px;">Formative or Summative</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:321px;">Written feedback on written assignments</td> <td style="width:340px;">Both</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:321px;">Oral feedback on group discussions in seminars</td> <td style="width:340px;">Formative</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:321px;height:7px;">Peer feedback through seminars</td> <td style="width:340px;height:7px;">Formative</td> </tr> </tbody></table>  Available on MATIS programmeAvailable as free choice on MAIC programmeTaught in English Y   The readings listed here are indicative overviews of topics, elements of which may be part of the actual course reading list. This is not, however, the reading list itself, which is largely made up of individual scholarly articles on various topics. Baer, Brian J. and Christopher D. Mellinger (2019) Translating Texts: An Introductory Coursebook on Translation and Text Formation, London & New York: Routledge.Baker, Mona (1992/2011) In Other Words, London & New York: Routledge.Baker, Mona (ed.) (2010) Critical Readings in Translation Studies, London & New York: Routledge.  Bermann, Sandra and Catherine Porter (2014) A Companion to Translation Studies, Wiley Blackwell.Hatim, Basil and Ian Mason (1990) Discourse and the Translator, London & New York: Longman.Munday, Jeremy (2001/2008/2012/2016) Introducing Translation Studies, London & New York: Routledge (fourth edition).  Venuti, Lawrence (2000/2004/2012) The Translation Studies Reader (first, second and third editions), London & New York: Routledge.   Lectures 22 0 128