Syllabus

Chinese Translation

Code
GKI2PZ
Points
7.5 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Language, Literatures and Learning
Subject field
Chinese (KIA)
Group of Subjects
Chinese
Disciplinary Domain
Humanities, 100%
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
Chinese1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G2F
Approved
Approved, 03 May 2021.
This syllabus is valid from 03 May 2021.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • translate a wide range of texts at the intermediate level, such as news articles, stories and fictitious stories
  • apply appropriate Chinese and Swedish (or English) vocabularies and structures when performing translations
  • solve translation problems using dictionaries, grammar books and online resources.

Course Content

The students translate different kinds of texts to and from Chinese. The finished translations are discussed at the seminars, and the students give feedback on the texts of the others.

Assessment

This course applies continuous assessment. Student performance is assessed on the basis of written assignments, presentations during seminars and a final written examination.

Forms of Study

Chinese is used as the language of instruction and teaching is done in the form of seminars.

Grades

The Swedish grades U–VG.

Prerequisites

  • 60 credits in Chinese at First cycle, including the courses Chinese in Speech and Writing II, 15 credits, Chinese Oral Proficiency II, 7.5 credits and Chinese Characters II, 7.5 credits

Other Information

Replaces KI1044.