Translation Method and Function - HTR4801 |
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| Honours | NQF level: 8 | Credits: 24 | |
| Module presented in English | Module presented online | ||
| Purpose: The purpose of this module is to give students a well-rounded and systematic knowledge base in the professions of translation. It also provides them with theoretical foundations of translation coherent and critical understanding of translation techniques and strategies at word level and above word level. Students learn more about the different text types and text functions, and how to carry out a detailed text analysis prior to translation. The module also intends to enhance the linguistic skills of the students to enable them to translate texts effectively in a variety of general domains. Students who successfully complete this module will be able to analyse and categorise texts for translation purposes. They will be able to translate texts using the appropriate translation strategies and techniques. | |||