Translation of Practical and Literary Texts Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021

Module name: Translation of Practical and Literary Texts
Module code: W1-FA-KJ-S1-PTUL-5
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021
Semester:
  • winter semester 2026/2027
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 5
Description:
This module aims to: - introduce the students to basic concepts and key terminology in the area of practical and literary translation - accentuate differences in the process of translation of practical and literary texts - introduce basic stages of the translation process and diverse techniques and strategies used in practical and literary translation - introduce a translator’s workbench - develop the ability to use translator’s tools (glossaries, dictionaries, etc.) - develop skills of critical and literary analysis of translation - apply practical translation knowledge when identifying and solving problems in translation - develop the ability to evaluate and revise translated texts.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of the second year of studies.
Key reading:
Specified in the syllabus.
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
is aware of the level of their acquired knowledge and skills, and understands the need for constant self-development (intellectual, practical and social), critically evaluates one's own competences and finds new ways to develop and study further [KJ-S1-PTUL_K_1]
 FA1_K01 [4/5]
organizes their own work, completes tasks on the respective stages of the translation process, effectively works in a team, co-operates, and manages a team [KJ-S1-PTUL_K_2]
 FA1_K04 [4/5]
gathers various information, characterised by different levels of complexity, and systematizes it, according to the methods employed in translation studies [KJ-S1-PTUL_U_1]
 FA1_U01 [4/5]
understands and analyzes as well as implements various theoretical perspectives, taking into consideration alternative concepts and solutions in translation studies [KJ-S1-PTUL_U_2]
 FA1_U04 [4/5]
thoroughly interprets the text in its cultural, literary and social context in order to distinguish meanings that should be preserved or adapted (domesticated) in the receiving culture, and takes into consideration the cultural specificity and information functions of the text in the translation process [KJ-S1-PTUL_U_3]
 FA1_U07 [4/5] FA1_U21 [2/5]
knows basic English vocabulary concerning literary studies and translation studies [KJ-S1-PTUL_W_1]
 FA1_W03 [4/5]
knows methods used in analysis and interpretation in translation studies and knows the main theories of written translation, methodological approaches and strategies for translating practical and literary texts [KJ-S1-PTUL_W_2]
 FA1_W09 [4/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Written assignments [KJ-S1-PTUL_w_1]
Assessment of students’ skills on the basis of written assignments
 KJ-S1-PTUL_K_1 KJ-S1-PTUL_K_2 KJ-S1-PTUL_U_1 KJ-S1-PTUL_U_2 KJ-S1-PTUL_U_3 KJ-S1-PTUL_W_1 KJ-S1-PTUL_W_2
Control interview (optional) [KJ-S1-PTUL_w_2]
Assessment of students’ preparation for classes, conducted on an ongoing basis or carried out at specific course stages specified in the syllabus; the evaluation may include students’ participation during the classes and their knowledge of the issues that have been previously discussed in class.
 KJ-S1-PTUL_K_1 KJ-S1-PTUL_K_2 KJ-S1-PTUL_U_1 KJ-S1-PTUL_U_2 KJ-S1-PTUL_U_3 KJ-S1-PTUL_W_1 KJ-S1-PTUL_W_2
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
practical classes [KJ-S1-PTUL _fs_1]
Classes are conducted using the following methods: 1. verbal (description, explanation, presentation) 2.practical activity (translation of a specific text)
 60
Preparation for written work, participation in consultations. Preparation for exercises by reading previously assigned theoretical texts. Preparation for discussion in the group forum according to the previously set issues. Self-preparation for the translation of the indicated texts and the translation of additional assigned texts, translation exercises, own work on achieving high-quality translation.
 90 Written assignments [KJ-S1-PTUL_w_1] Control interview (optional) [KJ-S1-PTUL_w_2]
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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