Introduction to Translation 3301-ZJ-JS008
The topics discussed during the course will introduce students to Translation Studies and will present the stages of its development as a discipline.
The topics are:
1. Translation Studies: Main Ideas
2. Pre-Discipline Era
3. The Linguistic Turn
4. Functionalist Approaches
5. Equivalence in Translation
6. (Un)Translatability
7. Philosophy and Translation
8. Ideology and Translation
9. DTS and Manipulation School
10. Cognitive Approaches
11. Translation Competence
12. Translation Studies Today
Type of course
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
Knowledge: the graduate has in-depth familiarity with
K_W01 advanced terminology, theory and research methods corresponding to the state of the art in the discipline of
linguistics, in accordance with their chosen specialization (and educational path), especially in the area of translation studies
K_W04 concepts and principles concerning the protection of intellectual property and copyright
Abilities: the graduate is able to
K_U01 apply the advanced terminology, theories and methods of linguistic research to solve complex and original research problems in accordance with his/her chosen specialization (and educational path), especially in the area of translation studies
K_U04 apply the concepts and principles of intellectual property protection and copyright law
Social competences: the graduate is ready to
K_K01 critically appraise their knowledge and content obtained from various sources
K_K02 recognize the importance of knowledge in solving cognitive and practical problems; consult experts when required
Assessment criteria
- in-class participation
- active participation in discussions of the set text
- positive result of the end-of-term test (at least 60%)
Students are allowed to be absent two times a semester.
Bibliography
Baker M. & Saldanha G. (ed.) 2019. Routledge Encyclopedia of Translation Studies. London & New York: Routledge.
Gambier Y & van Doorslaer, L (eds). 2010-2021. Handbook of Translation Studies, Vol. 1-5. Amsterdam & Philadelphia: John Benjamins.
Malmkjær, K. (ed.). 2018. The Routledge Handbook of Translation Studies and Linguistics. Oxon & New York: Routledge.
Millán, C. & Bartrina, F. (eds) 2012. The Routledge Handbook of Translation Studies. London & New York: Routledge
Munday, J., Ramos Pinto, S. i Blakesley, J. 2022. Introducing Translation Studies. Theories and Applications. London & New York: Routledge.
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