Universität Wien

340121 VO Recent Developments in Interpreting Studies (2025W)

4.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 34 - Translationswissenschaft
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Details

max. 1000 participants
Language: German

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Tuesday 14.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 21.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 28.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 04.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 11.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 18.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 02.12. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 09.12. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 16.12. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 13.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 20.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Students are introduced to key concepts and theoretical approaches of interpreting studies as well as the major milestones and phases in its development. Following an overview of the discipline’s various paradigms, students gain insights into the state of the art in the most prominent areas of research. Lecture content is presented with visual support (PowerPoint) and through questions and discussion in class.

Assessment and permitted materials

Assessment is based on a written examination (on site) which comprises six short essay questions to be answered without the use of documentary or digital resources.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Grading is based on a six-point system (1 point per question). At least 3 points are required for a passing grade.

Examination topics

The exam covers all content presented in the lectures and in discussion, complemented by readings indicated in class.

Reading list

Pöchhacker, F. (2022). Introducing interpreting studies. London/New York: Routledge.

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