TRANSLAT 703

Issues in Translation

Please note: this is archived course information from 2017 for TRANSLAT 703.

Description

This second translation theory course locates the place of translation studies and that of the translator in a globalised world. Continuing with the discussion of mainstream translation theories that we started in the first semester (TRANSLAT 702), students will be introduced to a number of different approaches, including the notion of cultural studies, polysystem theory, descriptive translation studies (especially translation and norms), and post-colonial translation studies. These modern paradigms will be embedded in a larger discussion of the impact that globalisation has had on the role and image of translators. The main objective of this course is to inspire a greater understanding of the complex and interdisciplinary nature of translation and the challenging role that translators are facing in a globalised and technologising world. The students will gain an insight into translation from cultural, social and technological perspectives through the lens of different contemporary translation theories which are often intertwined, yet, at times, resistant to one another.

Availability 2017

Semester 2

Lecturer(s)

TBA

Points

TRANSLAT 703: 15 points