Translation into French
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MLAC3064 | Modern Languages and Cultures | 3 | 10 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- MLAC3064
- School
- Modern Languages and Cultures
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module is a practical course which aims to develop advanced skills of comprehension and analysis of a variety of English texts (fiction and non-fiction) and of translating accurately and fluently into French. It aims to enhance accuracy and fluency of written French through attention to the grammar, syntax, vocabulary and register of both languages and to develop a self-conscious translation practice.
Target Students
Core module for UG students on plan R120; optional for students on R900, RT11 or R9N1 (single language pathway only) on the condition that they achieved a mark of 60 or more for MLAC2082 or MLAC2145.
Classes
- One 1-hour-30-minute seminar per week for 10 weeks
The School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies operates an attendance policy. The details of this policy can be found in the student handbook on Workspace and in module handbooks. One 1.5 hour seminar per week per student.
Assessment
- 100% Exam 1 (2-hour)
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
To develop advanced skills of comprehension/analysis of a variety of English texts and of translating accurately and fluently into French. To enhance student's accuracy and fluency of written French through attention to style, idiom, register and attention to the grammar, syntax, vocabulary of both languages, develop a self-conscious translation practice.Learning Outcomes
A. Knowledge and understanding of:
- the grammar, syntax, and vocabulary of both English and French (A1)
- English and French usage in different contexts (A1)
- grammatical, syntactical and lexical transposition from English to French (A2)
B. Intellectual skills:
- engage in independent study and teamwork (B4, B7)
- make effective use of the French language to convey the meaning and intended impact of a variety of English texts (B8)
C. Professional/practical skills:
- develop accuracy and sensitivity in the use of written French when translating from English (C1, C2)
D. Transferable/key skills:
- identify and resolve translation problems (D3)
- work effectively both individually and as a member of a team (D4, D5)
- organise work and meet deadlines (D7)
- use the reference works or other tools required for translation (D8)
- develop personal linguistic and study skills (D9, D10)