Translation & Interpreting Theories - MODL5100

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

School: School Humanities & Languages

Course Outline: School of Humanities & Languages

Campus: Sydney

Career: Postgraduate

Units of Credit: 6

EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)

Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3

CSS Contribution Charge: 1 (more info)

Tuition Fee: See Tuition Fee Schedule

Further Information: See Class Timetable

Description

This course provides theoretical foundations and principles that underpin the professional practice of translation and interpreting. It aims to help students to develop a sound understanding of the main theories of translation and interpreting as well as ethical requirements as professional translators and interpreters. It also aims to help students to develop an ability to apply the theories and principles to their practice, conduct independent enquiry and make informed choices in the process of translation and interpreting.