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Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
| Module Title |
Screen Translation |
| Module Code |
LC422 |
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School |
SALIS |
Online Module Resources
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Pre-requisite |
None |
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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Description
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This module is designed to introduce students to the key theoretical foundation of main modes of screen translation with some practical hands-on experience of subtitling.
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Learning Outcomes |
1. Explain current screen translation normｓ.
2. Evaluate critically the main techniques involved in screen translation.
3. Demonstrate skills of subtitling in a practical exercise by using a subtitling package.
4. Conduct research on screen translation and make oral and written group presentations.
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| Workload |
Full-time hours per semester |
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Hours |
Description |
| Lecture | 2 | No Description | | Laboratory | 4 | Subtitle software | | Independent learning | 4 | No Description | | Total Workload: 10 |
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
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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None |
| Assessment Breakdown | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
| Course Work Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
| Project | Students undertake a group project. The choice is either a practical subtitling project with commentary or a critical essay. The practical option normally involves selecting a short audiovisual clip and providing English subtitles. The essay option involves writing a critical essay on a topic within the field of audiovisual translation. Groups will be made up of 2-3 students and all contributors will be assigned the same mark, the onus being on the group to ensure full participation and cooperation of all members. | 95% | Sem 1 End | | Presentation | 2. The students are ask to make a short group presentation on their respective project. | 5% | Sem 1 End |
| 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 |
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources
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None |
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| LIC | BA Languages for Int. Communication |
| Timetable this semester: Timetable for LC422 |
| Date of Last Revision | 19-DEC-11 |
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