Monash University Handbook 2011 Postgraduate - Course

3082 - Graduate Diploma in Translation Studies

This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Arts

Managing faculty	Arts
Abbreviated title	GradDipTransSt
CRICOS code	042679E
Total credit points required	48
Standard duration of study (years)	1 year FT, 2 years PT
Study mode and location	On-campus (Clayton)
Admission, fee and application details	http://www.monash.edu/study/coursefinder/course/3082
Course coordinator	Dr Rita Wilson

Description

The course seeks to develop students' skills in translation to and from English and another language, and their awareness of practical and theoretical approaches to translation and translation studies. The main languages available are Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean and Spanish. Other languages may be available depending on student numbers. Students will be given a foundation in theories of translation and will also receive training in research on translation studies.

Objectives

Students completing this course will have:

an understanding of diverse aspects of the academic discipline
an understanding of the world view of the field of study
a familiarity with the secondary literature in the field of study
a familiarity with many of the key texts and cultural products pertaining to the field of study
advanced reading and communication skills, both written and verbal
developed sound analytical skills
developed the ability to use relevant technology such as databases, information management systems and search engines effectively.

Professional recognition

Students in certain language streams, are eligible to be recommended for NAATI accreditation in translation if they meet the required pass level (70 per cent) in the examination component of APG4815. Please contact the school for details.

Structure

This course consists of four twelve-point units.

Requirements

Semester one

APG4813 Introduction to translation studies
APG4814 Translation 1: putting theory into practice

Semester two

APG4690 Advanced Translation
APG4815 Translation 2: Languages for special purposes

Students who are enrolling in the Arabic stream will need to have their course of study approved by the course coordinator.

Progression to further studies

Students who complete this course with a grade of credit average or above are eligible to apply for entry into 3921 Master of Interpreting and Translation Studies.

Alternative exit(s)

After successful completion of 24 points, students may apply to exit the program with course 4041 Graduate Certificate in Translation Studies.

Award(s)

Graduate Diploma in Translation Studies