Literary Translation: English to Chinese (6 credits)
This course introduces students to the practice and theory of literary translation, with a focus on the core knowledge and skills required of a professional translator in the field. It equips students with the practical and intellectual capacity for translating literary texts and critically assessing translation choice and strategy. Students will be familiarised with the principles of literary translation, the main ideas and debates surrounding the discipline, and the essential techniques of “reading for translation” through linguistic, stylistic, and textual analysis. This course will appeal to students seeking enhanced skills for analysing advanced texts of literary merits and interested in pursuing a career in the literary and creative industries.
Assessment: 100% coursework