ATS2044 · Chinese translation for professional purposes 2: Problem solving in translation

Overview

Building on foundational translation concepts, in this unit you will focus on practical problem-solving in translation studies. You will develop and apply strategies for resolving translation issues through translating various types of texts. Through text-analysis projects you will enhance bilingual competence and your readiness for real-world translation scenarios and professional practice.

Areas of study: Chinese studies

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Within semester assessment:100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. critically evaluate key concepts and theories in translation studies, focusing on how genres influence text classification and translation strategies;
2. apply key concepts to develop practical approaches to genre-specific translation;
3. use bilingual skills and application of translation strategies to communicate effectively in both languages and adapt texts across various genres in a range of professional contexts.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.