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TRAN8070 – Introduction to Translation and Interpreting

2021 – Session 2, Weekday attendance, North Ryde

Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update

The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.

This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.

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General Information

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Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor and teaching staff
Marc Orlando
marc.orlando@mq.edu.au
Margaret Wood
margaret.wood@mq.edu.au
Credit points Credit points
10
Prerequisites Prerequisites
Admission to MTransInter or MTransInterMIntRel or MTransInterMAppLingTESOL or MAdvTransInterStud or MTransInter(Adv) or GradDipTransInter or GradCertCommInter or MConfInt or MAccComm
Corequisites Corequisites
Co-badged status Co-badged status
Unit description Unit description

This unit introduces students to various aspects of translation and interpreting theories and their application to translation and interpreting practice. Theories relevant to translation practice are discussed, focusing on linguistic theories, functionalist theories, and discourse-based approaches. The overview of interpreting theory covers equivalence, comprehension, issues relating to language proficiency, and interpreting processes in diverse modes. The various approaches adopted in the unit aim to broaden students' perspectives on translation and interpreting and inform their studies.

Important Academic Dates

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

  • ULO1: Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and role of theory.
  • ULO2: Demonstrate familiarity with a range of theories relevant to translation and interpreting.
  • ULO3: Reflect on the relevance of translation and interpreting theories.
  • ULO4: Apply theoretical knowledge to translation and interpreting tasks.
  • ULO5: Communicate theoretical concepts orally and in writing to a variety of audiences.

General Assessment Information

For assessment task 1 (to be submitted in week 7), students will choose to use their interpreting or translation practice as basis for the project.

For assessment task 2 (to be submitted in week 13), students will use their translation practice as basis for the essay. The essay and reference list should follow the APA style.

 

Requesting an extension to assignment due date

On occasion, you may be in a situation when you aren't able to submit an assessment task on time. Extensions are only given in special circumstances, by completing a Special Consideration request. For more information on Special Consideration, see https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration  

Late submission of assignments

If you haven't been approved for an extension and you submit your assessment task late, penalties are applied. You should consult your unit convenor if you are in this position. Late submissions will receive a 5% per day penalty. If you submit the assessment task 10 days or more beyond the due date, without an approved extension, you will be awarded a maximum of 50% of the overall assessment marks. Weekends and public holidays are included.

Assessment Tasks

Name Weighting Hurdle Due
Action research project 50% No Week 7
Problem-solving task 50% No Week 13

Action research project

Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: Week 7
Weighting: 50%

Students are required to identify a problem in their interpreting, devise and implement a strategy based on theories studied, monitor and report on progress. Students are required to submit the assignment in a multimedia video format (6-8 minutes).
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.

Problem-solving task

Assessment Type 1: Practice-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 50%

Students are required to apply 1 or more theories to a practical translation task in an essay format. The word length for the essay assessment is approximately 2,000 words.
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.

1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:

  • the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
  • the Writing Centre for academic skills support.

2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation

Delivery and Resources

Classes will be delivered in a blended mode. Students will cover weekly pre-recorded lectures made available on iLearn and will attend a weekly tutorial (face-to-face or online) where activities will allow them how to discuss and apply the concepts dealt with in the lecture to their translation and interpreting practice.

  • Prescribed textbooks for this unit are:

Munday, Jeremy (2016): Introducing Translation Studies (4th edition), Routledge (New York/London)

Pöchhacker, Franz (2016): Introducing Interpreting Studies (2nd edition), Routledge (New York, London).

Unit Schedule

The weekly schedule can be found on the TRAN8070 iLearn site.

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.

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Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct

Results

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Student Services and Support

Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.

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Unit information based on version 2021.04 of the Handbook