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Theory and Practice of Translation

LING-40004

This course introduces the basic theory and strategies for written translation. Students translate texts from various categories including literary, technical, business and advertising. Through hands-on practice and exercises, participants develop the fundamental analytical, cognitive, and linguistic skills that are essential for professional written as well as sight translations.

Course Information

Online
3.00 units
$500.00
Notes: prerequisite: Successful completion of Entrance Exam and "Introduction to Translation." Requirement for the Professional Certificate in Translation and Interpretation. Requirement for the Specialized Certificate in Translation.

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This course applies to these programs

Translation (Spanish/English) Translation and Interpretation (Spanish/English)

Course sessions

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Section ID:

190412

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

No textbook required.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 6/30/2025

Note:

This is an online course; all class sessions are taught online. There are no face-to-face class sessions. You will have access to your online course on the published start date. The login URL/website is https://extensioncanvas.ucsd.edu Your username and password is your email address on record with UCSD Extended Studies.

Schedule:

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Instructor: Rena Calanca

Rena Calanca
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