AI-Assisted Translation of Case Law in Hong Kong (6 credits)
This course explores the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in translating criminal court judgments between Chinese to English, using judgments available online as source texts for translation and popular AI translation tools. The course is designed to introduce students to the genre of criminal court judgments and discusses various translation approaches suitable for this context. Students will gain a thorough understanding of the specialised terminology, structure, style, and nuanced expressions that are integral to these legal texts. A significant portion of the course will focus on the application of AI tools in the legal translation process. Students will learn about the different functionalities and limitations of these tools and apply relevant translation theories to assess the quality of AI-generated translations. By developing students’ skills in designing effective prompts and refining AI outputs through post-editing techniques, this course aims to equip them with the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of legal translation in the age of AI.
Assessment: 100% coursework