TRAD0072-1 : Theory and practice of translation from English into French 2

Study Programmes 2015-2016

TRAD0072-1

Theory and practice of translation from English into French 2

Duration :

30h Th

Number of credits :

Master in translation (120 ECTS)		4
Master in translation (120 ECTS)		4

Lecturer :

Valérie Bada

Language(s) of instruction :

French language

Organisation and examination :

Teaching in the first semester, review in January

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite :

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Course contents :

The course is designed to help M2 students in the process of writing their final thesis. Texts from varied genres will be translated and commented upon collectively. Translation theories and linguistic aspects will be scrutinised. according to the students' specific needs.

Learning outcomes of the course :

The course intends to sharpen the students' analytical skills as well as their ability to reflect upon and conceptualise their translation practice. It also intends to enhance their abilitity to detect and solve complex translation difficulties.

Prerequisite knowledge and skills :

Excellent command of the English as well as French languages. Acute sense of analysis.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods :

Texts will be translated, discussed collectively and analysed through the lens of linguistic or/and translation theories.Professional translators and alumni will also be invited to give seminars. Some specific difficulties encountered by students working on their theses will be presented and discussed.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :

face-to-face, 1.30-3.30 pm, Q1