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General Translation Theory

ОК 1.2

Обов’язкова дисципліна для ОП

Second

2023/2024

1 Semester

3

PLO 2. To demonstrate an adequate level of mastery of foreign language to perform written and spoken communication, namely in the situations of professional and academic communication; to present the results of their studies in this foreign language. PLO 7. To analyze, compare and classify different trends and schools in Translation Studies. PLO 8. To assess the historical legacy and new achievements of Translation Studies. PLO 9. To characterize theoretical principles (concepts, categories, principles, basic concepts, etc.) and applied aspects of the chosen specialization in Translation Studies.

Full-time form

Knowledge of the fundamentals of linguistics and translation studies, proficiency in written and oral translation skills, and German language proficiency at a level not lower than C1.1.

The course "General Translation Theory," which includes lectures and practical sessions, is an essential component of the training cycle for modern translators and cultural mediators. Its aim is to familiarize students with the key theories in the field of translation studies and their application in practical professional and research activities. The discipline complements and deepens the translation and translation studies competencies acquired by students at the bachelor's level, providing a broad perspective on the phenomenon of translation: from translation stages and procedures to the social roles in the translation field and possible manipulative functions of translations. The focus on primary sources enables students to work with foreign-language scientific texts and develop critical understanding of research works. Each theory is tested through the analysis of practical material, which can serve as a basis for preparing master's and/or other research papers in the field of translation.

1. Albrecht J. Kurzer Abriß der Geschichte der Übersetzungstheorie und Übersetzungspraxis. In: Albrecht J. Literarische Übersetzung. Geschichte, Theorie, Kulturelle Wirkung. Darmstadt: S. 47-82 2. Lefevere A. Translation, Rewriting, and the Manipulation of Literary Fame London: Routladge, 2016. 3. Levy J. Übersetzung als Entscheidungprozeß. In: W.Wills (Hrsg.). Übersetzungswissenschaft - Darmstadt: Wissenschaftliche Buchgesellschaft. S. 219-235. 4. Prunč E. Einführung in die Translationswissenschaft. B.1. Orientierungsrahmen. Graz: Institut für Translationswissenschaft, 2002. 5. Schreiber M. Grundlagen der Übersetzungswissenschaft. Berlin: de Gruyter, 2017. 6. Stolze R. Übersetzungstheorien. Tübingen: Narr Francke Attempto, 2016. 7. Venuti L. The Translator's Invisibility: A History of Translation.London: Routladge,1995. 8. Wilss W. Übersetzen und Dolmetschen im 20. Jahrhundert. Schwerpunkt Deutscher Sprachraum – Saarbrücken: ASKO Europa-Stiftung, 1999. 284 S.

The course includes lectures, practical sessions, working with primary sources, discussions, oral presentations (essays), presentations and testing.

Semester assessment (maximum 60 points): Tests (module tests) - 2 tests, 10 points each = 20 points Presentation - 2 presentations, 10 points each = 20 points Participation in oral questioning during lectures and practical sessions, homework assignments, participation in discussions - 20 points Maximum score for continuous assessment - 60 points Minimum score for continuous assessment - 36 points The final assessment is conducted in the form of an exam (maximum 40 points, minimum 24 points), where all the anticipated learning outcomes are evaluated. The exam consists of a written assignment with open-ended questions on theoretical and practical topics (maximum 20 points), and an oral component - answering 1 theoretical question (maximum 20 points).

German