Universität Wien

340014 VO Research Methodology (2015W)

2.00 ECTS (1.00 SWS), SPL 34 - Translationswissenschaft

Details

max. 1000 participants
Language: German

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Friday 16.10. 14:00 - 17:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Friday 30.10. 14:00 - 17:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Friday 13.11. 14:00 - 17:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Introduction to epistemological and methodological foundations and empirical techniques of research in translation studies with a view to designing and completing an MA thesis.

Assessment and permitted materials

Written examination.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Students will acquire an understanding of basic concepts of epistemology and philosophy of science as well as practical knowledge of methodological approaches in doing quantitative empirical research.

Examination topics

Lecture supported by presentation slides (PowerPoint) with opportunity for discussion.

Reading list

Saldanha, G. & O'Brien, S. (2013) Research Methodologies in Translation Stuides. London: Routledge.
Hale, S. & Napier, J. (2013) Research Methods in Interpreting: A Practical Resource, London: Bloomsbury Academic.

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