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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	French General Translation
Module Code	FR501
School	SALIS
Online Module Resources
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Michael Cronin Semester 2: Michael Cronin Autumn: Michael Cronin
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

This module introduces the learner to the practical issues involved in translation by translating texts from a wide range of registers and genres.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify a range of text types
2. Undertake a pre-translation text analysis
3. Choose an appropriate strategy for translating a particular text
4. Translate a range of French texts into English
5. Evaluate an English translation of a French text

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecturer-supervised learning (contact)	24	Class-based instruction
Total Workload: 24

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

translation of general texts.
introduction to contrastive stylistics.

use of print and electronic reference and research materials/resources.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	0%	Examination Weight	100%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List