English linguistics and translation 1

Introduction to English linguistics (semantics, morphology, syntax, phonetics and phonology); essential grammar of English; Translation: Theory and Practice.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Students will
• Attain linguistic competence at CEFR B2 level, enabling fluent and spontaneous expression in social and professional contexts.
• Critically comprehend and analyze narrative-descriptive texts through reading, translation, and adaptation to standard lexical and textual models.
• Apply methodological knowledge autonomously in specialized and general written/oral interactions.

UNITS
1. PHONETICS AND PHONOLOGY – segmental and suprasegmental phonology
2. MORPHOLOGY AND WORD FORMATION – derivational and inflectional morphology, word classes, word formation.
3. SEMANTICS – lexis, meanings, connotations in English and in translation
4. TRANSLATION STUDIES AND MULTICULTURALISM – theories and strategies for translation. Translation and crosscultural competence

LEARNING RESOURCES AND TOOLS
Textbooks, videos, IPA, CAT tools

PLANNED LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Lectures, seminars, tutorials, individual and group work, translation portfolio

Timetable:

• Two classes per week. Each class lasts 2 hours
• Linguistic practice: 80 hours · Key Words.

Exact timetable, start and end dates of the course will be confirmed by the professor.

Ideally students possess a B1 level competence in English. At the end of the course, students will reach B2 level.

Study Level: Bachelor

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• The course participants will be selected based on criteria specified in the study guide.
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