This new module is for students who wish to follow the specialised translation module for two languages (from Arabic, French, German, Italian and Spanish). Students who wish to take Chinese in addition to one of the above languages should instead take MODL524 and CHIN514.
In this module, students will gain further advanced translation skills, with a focus on specialised text genres and topics such as scientific, technical, medical, legal and music/art texts. This practice-oriented module builds on MODL522 and enables students to conduct translation and discuss and reflect on translation practice, drawing on some of the insights acquired from the theoretical module. Students will also continue to gain useful insight into the translation practice, profession, market and industry, and be equipped with knowledge and skills in computer-aided translation (e.g. Trados), terminology preparation and management, and project management.
Regular feedback will be provided to students in a variety of ways (e.g. formative feedback, summative feedback and peer feedback). Both intensive training in class and students’ independent study are crucial, given the practice-oriented nature of this module.