Introduction to Translation

Objective

The main objective of course is “Introduction to Translation” introduces the main approaches to the theory and practice in translation. It briefly treats the rising field of Translation Studies. It covers many approaches to translation theory such as linguistic-based theories of translation, culturally-oriented theories etc... The course addresses methodological issues and techniques in translation as well as their application to translation between Arabic and English. It also covers different issues in translation at different levels of language such as phonic, morphological, semantic and so on.  

Outcomes

• Knowledge and Comprehension
• Discuss different approaches, terminologies, concepts, and principles of translation theory.
• Skills
• Translate different texts utilizing translation theories.
• Present concepts and theories in translation effectively in speech and/or in writing.
• Values
• Demonstrate ethical standards and academic integrity in performing assigned tasks.

Content

• An Overview of Discipline
• An Arabicization and Translation
• Grammar and Translation
• Approaching a Text
• The Phonic Aspects of Translation
• Word Selection and Combination
• Multi-word Units
• The Translator’s Tools
• Applications of Semantics in Translation
• Cultural Aspects of Translation

Textbook

Elewa, Abdelhamid (2018). Levels of Translation 8th edition. Cairo: Qalam and Dar Al-Bayan.

Course ID: ENGL 302