Advanced Studies In Translation
- Arts
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 144 pages
- 19 units
This course examines Translation Studies as a discipline with distinct features. Its main focus is on translation theories, approaches, and practice, with emphasis on the translation of poetic, legal, and medical texts. It introduces students to fundamental theories of translation with relevant applications, covering literary and technical translations. The course also acquaints students with areas of research in Translation Studies.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 26 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, practical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- FRE 301: Introduction to Translation
- FRE 392: Advanced Studies in Translation (Theme and Version)
- FRE 401: Advanced Studies in Translation (Theory and Practice)
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of FRE402, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
FRE402 · Unit 1: POETIC TRANSLATION
In this unit, you will be learning about the notion of the poem as a translation text and the relationship between poem and translation. The different types of poetic translations will also be examined.
What you should be able to do
- Discuss the concept of poetical translation.
- Translate poems from English to French and vice-versa.
- Discuss the differences between literary and techno-scientific translation.
- Translate technical and scientific texts from English to French and vice-versa.
- Discuss the discipline of Translation Studies and its branches.
What it prepares you for
- Translator
- Interpreter
- Technical Writer
- Legal Translator
- Medical Translator
- Publishing
- Legal
- Medical
- International Business
- Diplomacy
- Translation software (e.g., SDL Trados Studio)
- Online dictionaries
- Terminology management systems
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: TECHNO-SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION
Unit 3: LEGAL TRANSLATION I
Legal terminology is highly specific and requires in-depth knowledge of legal systems in both source and target languages.
- Module 3: TECHNO-SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION II
Unit 2: LA TRADUCTION MEDICALE II
Medical texts require precise understanding of medical terminology, which can be challenging due to the complexity and specificity of the field.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: THE CONCEPT OF POETIC TRANSLATION
Unit 1: POETIC TRANSLATION · 2 hours
Understand the concept of poetry in translation.. Investigate approaches to poetic translation.. Analyze the relationship between form and meaning in poetic translation.. Discuss the different types of poetic translations..
- Week 2Module 1: THE CONCEPT OF POETIC TRANSLATION
Unit 2: APPROACHES TO POETIC TRANSLATION · 2 hours
Identify different types of translation approaches.. Analyze translations of stanzas from 'THE RIME OF THE ANCIENT MARINER' by Coleridge.. Compare and contrast different translation techniques used by translators like Valéry Larbaud and others..
- Week 3Module 1: THE CONCEPT OF POETIC TRANSLATION
Unit 3: TRANSLATING A POEM: Abuja · 2 hours
Identify different tenses in the poem 'Abuja'.. Translate the poem 'Abuja' from English to French.. Analyze the use of present, future, and infinitive tenses in the poem.. Discuss the impact of tense choices on the translation..
- Week 4Module 1: THE CONCEPT OF POETIC TRANSLATION
Unit 4: TRANSLATING A POEM: OF THE CLOUDS I · 2 hours
Identify different cases where the imparfait is used in French.. Translate the poem 'Of the Clouds' and examine the use of imparfait.. Analyze how imparfait is translated into English in different contexts.. Compose poems in French using imparfait..
- Week 5Module 1: THE CONCEPT OF POETIC TRANSLATION
Unit 5: TRANSLATING A POEM: OF THE CLOUDS II · 2 hours
Identify and explain various ways imparfait can be used.. Translate the poem 'Of the Clouds' and analyze lexical and temporal negotiations.. Discuss the shift from imparfait to French simple past tense.. Use imparfait to translate a poem from English to French and vice versa..
- Week 6Module 2: TECHNO-SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION
Unit 1: TECHNO-SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION I · 2 hours
Discuss the peculiarity of techno-scientific texts.. Identify the basic principles for translating a scientific text.. Differentiate between literary and techno-scientific translation.. Explain the importance of terminology in technical translation..
- Week 7Module 2: TECHNO-SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION
Unit 2: TECHNO-SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION II · 2 hours
Identify a technical or scientific text.. List and discuss the value of a techno-scientific translated text.. Explain the process of translating a scientific text.. Discuss the importance of terminologies and documentaries in translation..
- Week 8Module 2: TECHNO-SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION
Unit 3: LEGAL TRANSLATION I · 2 hours
Identify the different categories of legal texts.. State the particularities of a legal text.. Discuss the responsibilities of the translator of legal texts.. Explain the particularity of the legal language in translation..
- Week 9Module 2: TECHNO-SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION
Unit 4: TRANSLATING A LEGAL TEXT I · 2 hours
Identify the qualities required to be a legal translator.. Acquire additional knowledge on legal translation.. Discuss the importance of discretion and confidentiality in legal translation..
- Week 10Module 2: TECHNO-SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION
Unit 5: TRANSLATING A JUDICIAL TEXT II · 2 hours
Translate a legal text.. Understand the tenses to be used in translating a legal text.. Analyze the translation of legal terms and expressions.. Discuss the importance of style in legal translation..
- Week 11Module 3: TECHNO-SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION II
Unit 1: MEDICAL TRANSLATION I · 2 hours
Discuss the skills needed in translating a medical text.. Apply the skills to a practical translation of a medical text from English into French and vice versa.. Understand the importance of terminology in medical translation..
- Week 12Module 3: TECHNO-SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION II
Unit 2: LA TRADUCTION MEDICALE II · 2 hours
Identify the methods needed in translating medical texts.. Apply such methods in the translation of a medical text.. Discuss the importance of understanding the text source.. Understand the importance of documentation..
Unit 3: TRANSLATING A MEDICAL TEXT I (Malaria) · 2 hours
Translate a medical text from English into French and vice versa.. Master the use of some specific tenses in translating a medical text.. Analyze the translation of medical terms and expressions..
- Week 13Module 4: TRANSLATION STUDIES
Unit 4 TRANSLATION DE TEXTE MEDICAL II (Coronavirus) · 2 hours
Translate a medical text.. Master the use of some specific tenses in translating a medical text.. Analyze the translation of medical terms and expressions.. Understand the use of the infinitive and the imperative..
Unit 1: TRANSLATION STUDIES · 2 hours
Examine the concept of translation studies.. Discuss the relationship between translation studies and other areas of specialization.. Understand the three domains of translation..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all units, focusing on key concepts and terminology related to poetic, legal, and medical translation.
- Practice translating sample texts from each genre (poetry, legal, medical) to improve practical skills.
- Create a glossary of key terms and concepts from each module to aid memorization.
- Study the different approaches to poetic translation (information, interpretation, allusion, etc.) and their applications.
- Review the characteristics of legal and medical texts and the specific challenges they present for translators.
Questions students ask about this course
What is FRE402 about?
This course examines Translation Studies as a discipline with distinct features. Its main focus is on translation theories, approaches, and practice, with emphasis on the translation of poetic, legal, and medical texts. It introduces students to fundamental theories of translation with relevant applications, covering literary and technical translations. The course also acquaints students with areas of research in Translation Studies.
How many units does FRE402 have?
FRE402, Advanced Studies In Translation, has 19 units across 4 modules, over 144 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is FRE402?
FRE402 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Arts.
Is FRE402 hard?
FRE402 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, practical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does FRE402 take to study?
About 26 hours of study, spread across its 19 units.
How is FRE402 assessed?
FRE402 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What do I need before starting FRE402?
FRE 301: Introduction to Translation FRE 392: Advanced Studies in Translation (Theme and Version) FRE 401: Advanced Studies in Translation (Theory and Practice)
What can I do with FRE402?
Translator, Interpreter, Technical Writer, Legal Translator and Medical Translator.