Courses & Units

Chinese to English Translation HMC327

Introduction

This unit aims to introduce students to the basic theories and principles in translation and the fundamental skills required for Chinese to English translation. It is suitable for students who are native speakers of Mandarin Chinese and its dialects. It is also suitable for heritage or non-heritage students whose Chinese is native-like

Summary

Unit name Chinese to English Translation
Unit code HMC327
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Arts, Law and Education
School of Humanities
Discipline Global Cultures and Languages
Coordinator Doctor Lucy Li
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Semester 2 On-Campus Off-Campus International International Domestic Domestic

Key

On-campus
Off-Campus
International students
Domestic students

Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 11/7/2022 9/8/2022 29/8/2022 16/10/2022

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Acquire basic skills and techniques in Chinese to English translation.
  • Explain linguistic and cultural differences between English and Chinese.
  • Understand basic translation concepts and theories as well as the code of ethics in translation.
  • Analyse and interpret Chinese source text.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
091515 $498.00 $498.00 not applicable $2,108.00

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Weekly 1 hour lecture and 2 hour tutorial

(off-campus students attend the tutorial via zoom)

AssessmentFinal Exam (40%)|Translation Project (20%)|Participation (10%)|Mid-semester exam (30%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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