1878.10 - Translation Studies


Course number
1878.10
Title
Translation Studies
ECTS
10
Purpose
Students will learn to analyse the main components of the complex process that constitutes translation, in theory and practice. They will also acquire knowledge about the position of translations and learn how to translate.
Content
Fundamental issues related to translating, methods, and aids available in the field. We will discuss both fiction and non-fiction. The course textbook will be Translation Studies Reader, 2005, edited by: Venuti. Course literature will include: Elsa Funding, 2007, Føroyskar bíbliutýðingar. Setursrit 4; Christian Matras, 1973, “Tróndur Olsen”, Nøkur mentafólk pp. 7-12.
Learning and teaching approaches
During the course lectures will alternate with student presentations. Students will try their hand at translation and discuss the translation process.
Assessment method
Open take-home assignment.
Contact
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