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Archived Version 2010 - 2011
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Description This course provides an overview of translation studies as a discipline and translation theory as a topic within that discipline. It focuses on several core areas such as, but not exclusively limited to, the history of translation theory, linguistic, functional and cognitive explorations of translation and how they impact on the translation profession. It evaluates how research in translation studies has impacted on and contributed to the discipline. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Critically discuss the nature of translation theory and its relevance to translation as a profession. 2. Research, review and critically describe the core literature of certain sub-domains in translation theory. 3. Demonstrate the ability to perform independent research at MA level. 4. Write an advanced academic essay with appropriate citing and referencing. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities Introduction to translation studies including theoretical, descriptive and applied studiesHistory of translation in Ireland elsewhereHistory of translation theoryThe “science of translationâ€- approaches in Linguistics and Artificial IntelligenceCommunicative/cultural approaches to translationTranslation and ideologyPostcolonialismFeminismMedium-restricted translationScreen translationCognitive explorations of translation | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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