LLC4030(H)

Introduction to Translation Studies (12 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Rita Wilson

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of the subject, students will: i) Be able to identify and discuss significant historical developments in translation studies ii) Have learnt a metalanguage for articulating different paradigms in translation studies (structuralism, hermeneutics, semiotic, post-modernism) iii) Have acquired the ability to recognise translation studies as an 'inter-discipline' iv) Be able to discuss in depth at least two translation theoretical paradigms and their historical embeddedness, including the applicability of this predominantly European theoretical framework to non-European languages.

Assessment: Class paper (1500 words): 20% + 2 short compositions (1500 words each): 20% + Final exam 2 hours: 25% + Essay (2500 words): 35%

Contact Hours: 2 hours per week