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Medical Translation: Specialty Areas

LING-40093

This specialized course examines technical terminology and scientific writing style required in medical translation. Emphasis is on developing a conceptual framework and cogent bicultural approach to the translation of medical literature. Gain a basic understanding of medical concepts and terminology in neurology, nephrology, obstetrics and gynecology through lecture and practical exercises.

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3.00 units
TBD
Notes: prerequisites: Successful completion of Entrance Exam, "Introduction to Translation," "Theory & Practice of Translation," "Spanish to English Translation I," and "English to Spanish Translation I." Elective for the Professional Certificate in Translation and Interpretation (Spanish/English).

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This course applies to these programs

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

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Please contact the Arts, Humanities, Languages & Digital Arts department at 858-534-5760 or ahl@ucsd.edu for information about this course and upcoming sections.