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TRAN870 – Introduction to Translation and Interpreting
2017 – S2 Day
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit convenor
Helen Slatyer
C5A505
Lecturer
Jing Fang
Lecturer
Wai-hung Lam
Margaret Wood
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MTransInter or MTransInterMIntRel or MTransInterMAppLingTESOL or MAdvTransInterStud and GradDipTransInter or GradCertCommInter
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit introduces students to translation and interpreting studies. The unit provides an overview of the development of theories and their application to translation and interpreting practice. We will discuss theories relevant to translation including linguistic theories such as equivalence theory and translation shifts as well as functionalist theories. Early cognitive theories of interpreting will be discussed as well as interactional sociolinguistic approaches to understanding dialogue interpreting.
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and role of theory
- Demonstrate familiarity with a range of theories relevant to translation and interpreting.
- Reflect on the relevance of translation and interpreting theories.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to translation and interpreting tasks.
- Communicate theoretical concepts orally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
General Assessment Information
Details of the assignments are provided in iLearn. All assignments are to be submitted using the Turnitin tool in iLearn. Late submissions are not acceptable except in circumstances that are beyond students' control. Penalties apply for all late assignments that are not the object of a request for an extension or disruption of studies request submitted prior to the due date. 5% penalty marks (out of the total possible marks for an assignment) will be deducted per day for late submissions that have not been approved for an extension. Assignments submitted after the date of return (marks and/or feedback) will not be marked. If you are experiencing any difficulties with your assignments or in the unit generally, please contact the Unit Convenor or your tutor to discuss what assistance can be provided.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Problem-solving task | 50% | No | Week 7 |
| Essay | 50% | No | Week 13 |
Problem-solving task
Due: Week 7
Weighting: 50%
Students are required to apply the translation theories introduced in the unit to an authentic translation project and reflect on the translation choices made in the translation task.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and role of theory
- Demonstrate familiarity with a range of theories relevant to translation and interpreting.
- Reflect on the relevance of translation and interpreting theories.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to translation and interpreting tasks.
- Communicate theoretical concepts orally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
Essay
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 50%
Choose a theory about interpreting and write a critical review based on the application of the theory to a problem identified your interpreting practice.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and role of theory
- Demonstrate familiarity with a range of theories relevant to translation and interpreting.
- Reflect on the relevance of translation and interpreting theories.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to translation and interpreting tasks.
- Communicate theoretical concepts orally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
Delivery and Resources
TRAN870 is delivered via 13 x 2 hour lectures and 13 x 1 hour tutorials. Readings will be provided for each week. You are expected to participate in all thirteen lectures and tutorials, read all texts marked as obligatory, and engage in additional readings and research of topics of special interest. Students are required to ensure they have access to the two textbooks for this unit:
Munday, J. 2016. Introducing translation studies: theories and applications. 4th Edition. London and New York: Rouledge.
Pochhacker, F. 2016. Introducing interpreting studies. 2nd edition. Oxon: Routledge.
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Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy_2016.html
Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html
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Disruption to Studies Policy (in effect until Dec 4th, 2017): http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html
Special Consideration Policy (in effect from Dec 4th, 2017): https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/special-consideration
In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.
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Graduate Capabilities
PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative
Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and role of theory
- Demonstrate familiarity with a range of theories relevant to translation and interpreting.
- Reflect on the relevance of translation and interpreting theories.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to translation and interpreting tasks.
- Communicate theoretical concepts orally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
Assessment tasks
- Problem-solving task
- Essay
PG - Discipline Knowledge and Skills
Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and role of theory
- Demonstrate familiarity with a range of theories relevant to translation and interpreting.
- Communicate theoretical concepts orally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
Assessment tasks
- Problem-solving task
- Essay
PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and role of theory
- Demonstrate familiarity with a range of theories relevant to translation and interpreting.
- Reflect on the relevance of translation and interpreting theories.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to translation and interpreting tasks.
Assessment tasks
- Problem-solving task
- Essay
PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability
Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and role of theory
- Demonstrate familiarity with a range of theories relevant to translation and interpreting.
- Reflect on the relevance of translation and interpreting theories.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to translation and interpreting tasks.
Assessment tasks
- Problem-solving task
- Essay
PG - Effective Communication
Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcome
- Communicate theoretical concepts orally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
Assessment tasks
- Problem-solving task
- Essay
PG - Engaged and Responsible, Active and Ethical Citizens
Our postgraduates will be ethically aware and capable of confident transformative action in relation to their professional responsibilities and the wider community. They will have a sense of connectedness with others and country and have a sense of mutual obligation. They will be able to appreciate the impact of their professional roles for social justice and inclusion related to national and global issues
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Reflect on the relevance of translation and interpreting theories.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to translation and interpreting tasks.
Assessment tasks
- Problem-solving task
- Essay