English-Chinese Translation 1 - CHN252
Many students think they can produce good translation in Chinese if they are proficient in both English and Chinese, but conducting effective translation needs special knowledge and skills. This unit introduces useful translation knowledge and skills. Students will learn how to analyse various English texts in terms of their genre, style, register and potential reader. Students will learn how to conduct Chinese translation which meets the needs of Chinese readers. They will also become familiar with translation procedure and be able to identify and solve problems when translating from English into Chinese. This unit is for Chinese background speakers or students who have passed HSK 5 or an equivalent level.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| When Offered: | S1 Day - Session 1, North Ryde, Day |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Lan Zhang |
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Permission by special approval |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of International Studies Faculty of Arts |
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