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LN5049: KEY CONCEPTS AND METHODS IN TRANSLATION STUDIES (2025-2026)

Last modified: 22 Jul 2026 13:41


Course Overview

The course introduces and critically evaluates some of the major concepts in translation theory, focusing on their application to translation practice. It analyses translation as a social and cultural phenomenon. Students will develop the skills necessary to reflect critically on their own translation practice in order to enhance its breadth and sophistication. 

Course Details

Study Type Postgraduate Level 5
Term First Term Credit Points 30 credits (15 ECTS credits)
Campus Aberdeen Sustained Study No
Co-ordinators
  • Dr Moray Watson

What courses & programmes must have been taken before this course?

  • Any Postgraduate Programme (Studied)
  • MSc Translation Studies

What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

None.

Are there a limited number of places available?

No

Course Description

The course introduces and critically evaluates some of the major concepts in translation theory, focusing on their application to translation practice. It analyses translation as a social and cultural phenomenon. Students will develop the skills necessary to reflect critically on their own translation practice in order to enhance its breadth and sophistication. 


Details, including assessments, may be subject to change until 21st September 2026 for Term 1 and Full Year courses and 8th January 2027 for Term 2 courses.

Summative Assessments

1 translation (1000 word each) + commentary (2000 words)

Assessment Type Summative Weighting 40
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Essay

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Feedback Word Count 3000
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Individual presentation and Interview

Assessment Type Summative Weighting 10
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Tutorial/Seminar Participation

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Discussion Board submissions
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Formative Assessment

There are no assessments for this course.

Resit Assessments

Resubmission of Failed Elements

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