Courses / Module

On successful completion of the module, students should be able to:

• LO1: Demonstrate familiarity with basic methodological approaches to the study of translation.
• LO2: Identify and explain different types of lexical non-equivalence.
• LO3: Identify and apply relevant problem-solving techniques.
• LO4: Analyse the register used in a source text.
• LO5: Explain grammatical and cultural transpositions.
• LO6: Apply relevant linguistic concepts and translation methodologies to specific texts.
• LO6: Organize and structure information in a coherent and meaningful manner.
• LO7: Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team and show increased linguistic and intercultural competence.

• Two lecture hours per week.

Delivery methods	Hours
Lectures	24
Labs / Practicals	0
Tutorials	0
Planned learning activities	25
Independent student activities	76
Total	125

• Module Graded (numeric value) or Ungraded (Pass/Not Passed): Graded

Assessment type	Weighting	Duration
Continuous Assessment	100%
University scheduled written examination	0%
Other	0%
Total	100%

• Pass standard: 40%
• Attendance for this module is monitored regularly. If attendance falls below 70% of session hours, the mark will be capped at 35% for this module. This module condition will not be applied to repeat examinations. Absence owing to medical or other compelling reasons is not penalised. The reason must be established in writing prior to, or immediately (i.e. not more than two working days) after the missed class and evidence provided (normally such evidence would be a Medical Certificate).
• Penalties: Late submission of assessed course work or examination materials will result in a reduction of the original grade by 5 marks per day. Assessed course work or examination materials will normally have to be submitted electronically through Turnitin. Late submission of work owing to medical or other compelling reasons is not penalised. The reason must be established in writing prior to, or immediately (i.e. not more than two working days) after the relevant submission deadline and evidence provided (normally such evidence would be a Medical Certificate).

• Are Supplemental registrations permitted? Yes
• Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment registration permitted? Yes
• Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment capped? No

• SPA202 or equivalent

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