BA Translation, Media and Modern Language (3 year)

Key details

BA TRANSLATION, MEDIA AND MODERN LANGUAGE (3 YEAR)

Start Year

2022

Attendance

Full Time

Award

Degree of Bachelor of Arts

UCAS course code

QP93

Entry Requirements

ABB

Break down barriers of language and culture with a combination of advanced language studies and training in translation and media.

This distinctive and flexible course reflects the global need for skilled language and media professionals. You’ll study your chosen language to degree level, as well as choosing from a range of specialist modules in translation, media, culture, and society. You’ll explore the theory and technique of translating, and questions of style and register in a range of media and genres. You’ll also explore questions of policy, ethics and power in the translation industry and have the chance to gain exposure to how professional translators work by undertaking translation work experience.

The semester abroad is a compulsory element of our three-year language degrees.

You’ll enhance your studies and boost your employability with this period of residence abroad. It will be an opportunity to develop intercultural awareness, resourcefulness and flexibility along with your language skills.

You will study at one of our many partner universities in France or Spain. If you’re studying French you’ll also have the opportunity to apply to attend the prestigious Faculté de Traduction et d’Interprétation in Geneva or the Institut de Management et de Communication Interculturels (ISIT) in Paris.

About

This unique and flexible course combines degree level learning of French or Spanish language with the study of translation issues and media in today’s fast-changing world.

Alongside your chosen language you’ll have the opportunity to choose from a range of specialist modules in translation, media, culture and society. You’ll spend the spring semester of your second year abroad at a university in a country where your language of study is spoken.

You’ll cover the theory and technique of translating and questions of style and register in a range of specialised areas. You’ll also deal with issues associated with globalisation by looking at various translation types. These include the transposition of text between languages, media and genres.

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Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the courses listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the regular review of course programmes. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes, there will normally be prior consultation of students and others. Changes may for example consist of variations to the content and method of delivery of programmes, courses and other services, to discontinue programmes, courses and other services and to merge or combine programmes or courses. The University will endeavour to keep such changes to a minimum, and will inform students.

Assessment for Year 2

You’ll be assessed on a mixture of written and spoken coursework and examinations. Your final degree classification is split between the second and final years, with the semester abroad assessed as a pass or fail.

Structure

In the second year, you’ll sharpen your language skills while developing your understanding of translation issues across media. You’ll also be able to explore topics related to language and culture, intercultural communication, or media, depending on your interests.

In the spring semester of your second year, you will study at a university in a country where your chosen language is spoken. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to be immersed in the language, become familiar with what it is like to study abroad, and to boost your employability. You will be advised and supported by our study abroad co-ordinator's to ensure you spend your semester at the partner university which offers the most relevant taught subjects for you.

Teaching and Learning

In a combination of seminars and oral classes, workshops, as well as guest lectures, you’ll be taught by leading language and communication specialists and scholars in an interactive and friendly environment throughout your degree.

You’ll undertake focused study in small-group seminars of around 15–20 students. This way you’ll learn to easily communicate with teachers and classmates. You’ll also receive individual support in tutorial sessions.

On this course you’ll develop an excellent balance of independent thinking and study skills. This will help you grow into a self-motivated learner, a language expert and an analytical thinker. You’ll develop accuracy and precision in your written work through evidence-based analysis. And you’ll become well-versed in time management, becoming highly organised and confident in self-directed study. Throughout your degree, you will be given guidance on your work and constructive feedback to help you improve.

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Assessment for Year 1

Compulsory Modules

INTRODUCTION TO WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES

Code PPLC4002B

Credits 20

This module will provide an introduction to how we begin to analyse different languages and cultures. You will explore different theories and approaches, such as sociolinguistics, anthropology, and cultural theory, to develop your critical and analytical skills, and develop your knowledge ready for the second year of your degree. This module will be accessed via coursework.

INTRODUCTION TO LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES

Code PPLC4001A

Credits 20

In this module you'll be introduced to key themes in the study of language and communication. You will get insights into fields of study such as translation, intercultural communication, second language learning, and other specialisms that are taught in the School. You will also start to develop important academic skills, such as academic writing and referencing, which you will use throughout your degree. In the seminars, you will discuss the themes that have arisen from the lecture in greater depth, developing your critical thinking and reflective skills. You will also work with other students on a group project and get involved in all aspects of project realisation, including planning, organisation, presentation, leadership, teamwork, and decision-making.

INTRODUCTION TO TRANSLATION STUDIES

Code PPLT4001A

Credits 20

This module will introduce you to the main concepts and areas of Translation Studies. Translation Studies is the field of study that deals with the theory, description, and application of translation. The skills of translation are becoming more important and desirable than ever in an ever globalising world. With the increase in multiculturalism and multilingualism, societies are demanding effective, efficient, and empathetic communication between languages and cultures.

Optional A Modules

(40 credits)

FRENCH YEAR 1 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

Code PPLF4001A

Credits 20

Bienvenue dans votre premier module de français à UEA! (Welcome to your first French module at UEA!). This module is for Level 4 students studying French Honours language degrees, and comprises three pathways (Ab-Initio, A2 and B1). These levels refer to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), and your pathway will depend on how much experience of learning French you have at the start of your degree. In this module, you’ll develop a solid foundation to expand in following semesters and years. You will improve you receptive (listening and reading) as well as productive skills (speaking and writing) in French, and your exact learning objectives will differ according to the pathway you are on. Teaching sessions will also vary according to pathways, but all students will have 2-hour seminars focusing on listening, reading, and writing skills, and oral hours where you’ll develop your confidence in speaking. You’ll discover cultural aspects which will help you better understand French society across the different components of the module. The transferable skills you’ll develop through this module are numerous. As you’ll work autonomously a lot, self-insight will be an important part of the process: you will need to identify early which type of language learner you are, in order to choose the right learning strategies. Identifying where your strengths and weaknesses lie, and acting upon it will be equally important. Finally, an ability to co-operate and collaborate with others will be constantly required in this module, as you will very often work with others on various activities.

FRENCH YEAR 1 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

Code PPLF4003B

Credits 20

C’est la deuxième étape de votre première année de français à UEA! (It’s the second step of your first year of French at UEA!). This module is for Level 4 students studying French Honours language degrees, and comprises two pathways (A2+ and B1+). These levels refer to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), and your pathway will depend on how much experience of learning French you had at the beginning of your degree. In this module, you’ll further develop your French language and communication skills, and a solid foundation to expand in following years. You’ll improve you receptive (listening and reading) as well as productive skills (speaking and writing) in French, and your exact learning objectives will differ according to the pathway you’re on. Teaching sessions will also vary according to pathways, but all students will have 2-hour seminars focusing on listening, reading, and writing skills, and oral hours where you’ll develop your confidence in speaking. You’ll discover cultural aspects which will help you better understand French society across the different components of the module. The transferable skills you’ll develop through this module are numerous. As you’ll work autonomously a lot, self-insight will be an important part of the process to know which strategies work best for your. Identifying where your strengths and weaknesses lie, and acting upon it will be equally important. Finally, an ability to co-operate and collaborate with others will be constantly required in this module, as you will very often work with other students on various activities.

SPANISH YEAR 1 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

Code PPLH4001A

Credits 20

This module is for students studying Spanish Honours language degrees. This module is for Level 4 students and comprises of three strands (A1, A2, B1).

SPANISH YEAR 1 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

Code PPLH4002B

Credits 20

This module is for students studying Spanish Honours language degrees. This module is for Level 4 students and comprises of two strands (A2, B1).

Optional B Modules

(20 credits)

THEORISING MEDIA AND CULTURE

Code AMAM4033B

Credits 20

This module introduces you to a range of influential thinkers whose work has shaped Media Studies. It will provide you with the foundational knowledge you need to progress with confidence onto more specialist modules in your second and third year. You will compare and contrast how different scholars have tried to explain the role of the media in creating communities, in reproducing social inequalities, but also in driving social change. You will discuss whether we need to study media audiences, media content or media industries in order to understand media power. The module will help you develop your own voice as a researcher and writer. You will learn how to effectively compare and contrast complex theoretical arguments and how to place your own argument within the context of academic debate. You will have opportunity to apply your knowledge of media theories to a small piece of media research and to express your research ideas not only through writing, but also through a creative media project.

HUMANITARIAN COMMUNICATION

Code DEV-4008B

Credits 20

This module will critically explore changing trends in humanitarian communication by both the international news media and international development actors, such as Non-Governmental Organisations. This will include a critical review of media representations of development in the Global South and the role and responsibility of journalists reporting about humanitarian crises and poverty. We will also explore conventional strategies of humanitarian communication, such as ‘pornography of poverty’, as well as more contemporary issues such as the role of celebrities, social media and the rise of ‘post-humanitarian’ communication. With case studies ranging from Live Aid to Kony 2012, you will be introduced to key concepts and theoretical approaches cutting across a range of disciplines. This module also contains an integral practical skills component. Speakers from leading NGOs and experienced practitioners will share their insights about the everyday complexities of humanitarian communication and a number of workshops will focus on a relevant hands-on skills such blogging and the basics of development photography.

BEGINNERS' FRENCH I - A1 CEFR (SPRING START)

Code PPLB4015B

Credits 20

Bonjour, comment ça va? Do you want to understand what this means and how to say it? This module will help you to master basics of French language and communication. This module is perfect for you if you have never studied French before (or have very little experience of it). Throughout the semester, you’ll develop reading, listening, speaking and writing skills at the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This means that you will learn to communicate about yourself and your immediate environment in a set of concrete, everyday situations. You’ll be taught in a very interactive and friendly environment, and will often work in pairs or small groups. Your two-hour seminar will focus on listening, reading and writing skills, while the oral hour will help you to develop your confidence in speaking. We’ll tackle some grammatical notions in class, but always as a means for you to improve your communication skills. You’ll also have opportunities to explore aspects of the cultures where French is spoken, thanks to the various documents we will use to develop your linguistic skills (songs, podcasts, leaflets…). You’ll be assessed by two course tests: the first will cover listening, reading, and writing skills and the second will cover your speaking skills. On successful completion of this module, you’ll be able to understand and use familiar everyday expressions aimed at both the satisfaction of concrete needs, or those used to describe areas of most immediate relevance. You’ll be able to introduce yourself and others, ask and answer questions about personal details, and interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly. Please note that students should not have a level of French that exceeds the level of this course. This module is probably not appropriate for you if you have a recent French GCSE at grade C or above, if you have studied French abroad, or if you have learnt French in an informal setting (such as in your family). If you have such experience, please contact the Module Organiser as soon as possible to complete a level test.

BEGINNERS' SPANISH I - A1 CEFR (SPRING START)

Code PPLB4024B

Credits 20

Do you want to learn a new language? Do you want to access the Spanish-speaking world? Are you about to travel through Spain or any Spanish-speaking country in Latin America? Then, it´s the right time to enrol to Beginners´ Spanish I. This module will improve your academic education and will provide you with the confidence to advance towards intermediate and advanced levels. It sounds good, doesn't it? You will develop your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills and you will have the opportunity to receive personal feedback on all your efforts. You will take part in classroom-based activities, working in pairs and small groups exchanging ideas and supporting each other in the process of learning the language. You will also be able to focus on real life situations as well as the ability to communicate effectively in those situations. There will also be opportunities to explore aspects of the cultures where Spanish is currently the main language. By the end of this module, you will have the linguistic competence necessary to understand and use common, everyday expressions and simple sentences, to address immediate needs. If you have a recent Spanish GCSE grade C or below, or an international equivalent, then this module is appropriate for you.

INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE I (SPRING START)

Code PPLB4033B

Credits 20

How would you converse with someone who is deaf? At work? In school? In an emergency? How can you avoid typical faux pas due to ignorance of a different culture? Can a 'signed'/'visual' language 'convey as adequately' as a 'spoken' language? These questions highlight the central learning achieved in this module. This is a course in British Sign Language assuming no prior, or minimal knowledge of the language. Throughout the course you will discover aspects central to the Deaf World and its Culture, and how to communicate through a unique 'visual' language, a language that uses your hands and body to communicate! Teaching and learning strategies involve signed conversation (from early on), role-play, and lots of games and exercises that make a truly 'fun and enjoyable' module to take. You will learn a little about the history of the Deaf and Sign Language itself, and its long battle to be recognised. You will discover how using your body and hands can be an exciting and meaningful way of communicating. You will acquire q wide range of easily usable vocabulary, a deeper look into various features that make the language unique, and very different to spoken languages. On successful completion of this module you will have developed knowledge and skills that will enable you to communicate with a Deaf person. You will be able to take your British Sign Language studies onto the next level, broadening your knowledge and developing further, the skill within this amazing 'Visual' language. Please note that very occasionally subsidiary language modules may be cancelled due to low enrolment. Students who are found to have a level of knowledge that exceeds the level for which they have enrolled may be asked to withdraw from the module, at the Teacher's discretion.

BEGINNERS' JAPANESE I (SPRING START)

Code PPLB4042B

Credits 20

Do you want to explore Japanese culture or travel to Japan? Would you like to enhance your career opportunities? This is a beginners’ course in Japanese assuming little or no prior experience or knowledge of the language. In this module, you’ll learn reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. You’ll gain the linguistic understanding of a number of real life situations, as well as the ability to communicate effectively in those situations. There will also be opportunities to explore aspects of the cultures where Japanese is spoken. Particular emphasis will be placed on your acquisition of a sound knowledge of grammar. Please note that this is a subsidiary language module. Very occasionally, subsidiary language modules may need to be cancelled if there are low levels of enrolment. Please note that if you are found to have a level of knowledge in a language that exceeds the level for which you have enrolled, you may be asked to withdraw from the module at the Teacher’s discretion.

BEGINNERS' ARABIC I (SPRING START)

Code PPLB4045B

Credits 20

Its aim is the mastery of the alphabet: the script, the sounds of the letters, and their combination into words. Also, it introduces basic Arabic phrases and vocabulary to help you have introductory conversations. You will develop essential speaking, listening, reading and writing skills as well as a solid understanding of the structure of the language in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). Some aspects of the Arab world and culture(s) are covered.

BEGINNERS' GERMAN I (SPRING START) - A1 CEFR

Code PPLB4047B

Credits 20

Have you ever wished you could order your mulled wine at the Christmas market in German? How would it feel be to be able to introduce yourself in German or survive a basic conversation in the language? Or do you simply want to understand what makes the Germans, the Austrians, or the Swiss tick? These questions highlight the central learning you will achieve within this module. Our beginners’ course in German is perfect if you have very little or no prior knowledge of the language. You will gain the confidence to use German in basic conversations as you develop a first understanding of German sounds and essential grammar. You will build up a bank of key vocabulary to survive in real-life situations. You will also gain a greater awareness of German traditions and ways of thinking to help you make sense of a country that is deeply rooted in the heart of Europe. In a relaxed environment you will participate in classroom-based activities, working in pairs and groups to try out and be creative with new sounds, words and phrases. The fun of language learning will never be far away and promises to give you the confidence to make the first steps in German. As well as speaking and listening to each other you will discover the joy of understanding an authentic German text and to write an amazing first paragraph in German. A first course in German will enable you to add a vital skill to your CV. At this crucial political and cultural moment in time the study of the German language and culture will without doubt make you a more attractive graduate and informed global citizen, whatever your specialism or area of interest. Please note that you should not have a level of German that exceeds the level of this course.

ENGLISH ACADEMIC WRITING SKILLS (LEVEL 4)

Code PPLB4055B

Credits 20

Do you need help in organising your writing and expressing your thoughts clearly? Would you like to gain the tools and confidence to write more clearly and fluently, leading to better grades and greater satisfaction with your work? In this module you will learn how to structure academic essays and how best to write logically organised paragraphs. You will have practice in summarising and paraphrasing material from sources that you have read to ensure you can capture the essential points of a writer’s argument and avoid any form of plagiarism. This will include help with ways to manage the referencing of sources. There will be a focus on vocabulary throughout the course and you will be set tasks to direct you to appropriate academic language; and you will have help in using a range of cohesive devices to link ideas within and between paragraphs. It is also likely that the class will need some remedial work on a specific area of grammar occasionally, and the tutor will allow time in class to deal with such issues. Naturally, you will be required to complete weekly homework assignments in addition to any reading and writing you do in the classroom, and you will receive regular feedback. Please note that very occasionally subsidiary language modules may be cancelled due to low enrolment. This module is not open to native or near-native speakers of English and would not be suitable for International students who have already had considerable experience in English essay writing. Students who are found to have a level of knowledge that exceeds the general level of the module may be asked to withdraw from the module, at the Teacher's discretion.

LANGUAGE, CULTURE AND INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION

Code PPLC4012B

Credits 20

What is the effect of our languages and cultures on the ways that we communicate with other people? In this module, you will think critically about key concepts relating to interpersonal communication, including culture, verbal and non-verbal communication, intercultural interpersonal relationships, intercultural transitions, and identity. Through lectures and seminars, you will develop greater self-awareness and sensitivity to your own intercultural competencies, enhancing your ability to communicate effectively with others who have different sets of assumptions from you, or who have different cultural affiliations to you. This will make you a more effective interpersonal communicator in international or multicultural settings, which will be useful to you if you are taking a year abroad later in your degree, or if you engage in future work overseas, in global organisations, multinational companies, charities, etc. The module is delivered in the English language and you don’t need to speak a foreign language to take it.

GLOBALISATION AND FRENCH CULTURAL IDENTITIES (LEVEL 4)

Code PPLF4006B

Credits 20

Do you want to explore what makes the French so French? Is there any such thing as a French cultural exception? How has society and the relationship between the French and the French state or religion evolved over time and how has that shaped social behaviours, attitudes, laws, and values in France? These are some of the questions that will be the subjects of this module, which is available to students with or without some prior knowledge of the French language. By taking this module, taught and assessed in English, you will gain a deeper understanding of French society and important aspects of its institutions. You will understand France's attempts to retain its cultural identity, despite trends of homogenisation. You will look at themes such as education, arts, politics, literature, thought, and examine questions such as the role of the state, the support of the film industry, the history and legacy of Cartesian reasoning, and centralisation and universalism. Those themes will be discussed, sometimes challenged, through the exploration of a range of illustrations, documents and readings. By the end of this module, you'll have developed awareness of important and structuring features of French culture, and you'll have developed intercultural skills. If you are a student in international relations, you will have a better understanding of what influences social and political representations, constructions and decisions. As a student of languages, you will be able to support your comprehension and expression skills by a thorough understanding of the French culture.

AN INTRODUCTION TO POPULAR CULTURE IN LATIN AMERICA

Code PPLH4004B

Credits 20

From salsa to samba, fútbol to capoeira, telenovelas to Tex-Mex: Latin American popular cultures combine Indigenous, African and European elements in unique ways found nowhere else on earth. You will examine several Latin American popular cultural forms, and the historical, religious, social and political significance they have for Latin Americans.

INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL COMMUNICATION

Code PPLM4001B

Credits 20

Trump’s Tweets, Corbyn’s “fans”, and personalised campaign messages sent by algorithms…political communication has changed drastically in the last five years. Pundits and some scholars warn of serious dangers to democracy. What are the tricks of the trade in modern political communication and how different are they from those of the past? How does one now succeed to get across a message and gain support? Should we be worried about the implications for political discourse and decision-making? This module will enable you to critically assess the role of communication in national and international politics and help you understand the dynamics among political actors, media and citizens in opinion formation and decision-making. This is a professional practice module in which you will gain skills relevant to the conduct of political communications and to many other work environments, as well as experience working in a team on a task that requires critical thinking and collaborative strategizing. This module is ideal for anyone interested in working in politics, diplomacy, journalism, marketing, or for advocacy or activist civil society groups. Ideas about the power of communications and the ways that various political actors use that power are at the heart of this module. You’ll examine how these actors use the media in political communications. Lectures and readings will cover media effects, how political communication has changed with changes in media technology, branding and celebrity in politics, and soft power with political communication at the international level, as well as the tools used by various political actors, such as political parties or civic movements. Lectures are interactive, using an audience response system and open discussion. Seminar activities include practical tasks as well as ones to enhance understanding of the readings. The first assessed work is a group project in which you will play the role of junior analysts in a communications consultancy and you will work together to assess the political communications of a real political actor, your “client”, producing a report and presentation that includes recommendations for improvement. The second is an essay that gives you the chance to develop your ability to analyse and synthesise. By the end of this module you will be able to identify and describe the actors and their interests in a given political communications contexts, as well as formulate and articulate clear arguments about the relationships between political actors and the media in relation to power and agency. You will have gained experience in a simulated work scenario that will give you skills transferable across a number of professions as you will have delivered analysis and recommendations in a professional-style presentation and report. You will also be able evaluate political communications’ role in an international context, something increasingly necessary in the ever more globalized world both for political and corporate actors.

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Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.

Please note that your Honours Year Language(s) are core. This means that you are required to take and pass these modules in order to progress toyour next year of study.

Assessment for Year 2

Compulsory Modules

TRANSLATION ISSUES ACROSS MEDIA (LEVEL 5)

Code PPLT5031A

Credits 20

Have you thought about how communication works when we need to get our message across in more than one language, or to reach more than one culture? For a start, we need to be aware of how people from different cultures might communicate in different ways, and also how our different languages might help or hinder us to do that. Whether you’re a student of language, communication or any subject where you might have an interest in issues associated with the globalisation of communication and the media, then this module will be relevant to you. We will consider a range of materials (texts and their translations, multilingual publications and packaging, film subtitles, dubbed soundtracks, IT-mediated text) to explore issues involved in the transposition and translation of (spoken and written) text into other media and other languages across different genres. Practical tasks give you insights into the full breadth of issues and processes involved in successfully moving messages between cultures. We aim to bring together students and staff from different linguistic backgrounds, and you are encouraged to extend your thinking to other languages you may know and to share examples with the wider group. You will be taught, and assessed, in English, but you will need receptive knowledge of one other language in addition to English in order to benefit from this module.

LCS SEMESTER ABROAD MODULE

Code PPLA5030B

Credits 60

Students often say that spending a semester abroad expands their horizons and improves their career prospects. You will be able to judge this claim for yourself by completing this module. You will experience a different educational culture and develop new perspectives on learning. Assessed formatively and summatively by the host university and on successful completion of the semester abroad, you will have developed the knowledge and skills to study in a foreign academic environment with more confidence. Assessment will be in the foreign institution and you might be assessed via different methods depending on the institution you attend. You must take responsibility for registering for a full time course of study at your host university. Failure to enrol full time could result in ineligibility to return to UEA. You need to do this in consultation with your UEA Study Abroad Coordinator. Further details of the paperwork you will need to complete are available from the Study Abroad Office. You must select appropriate modules at the host university in consultation with your UEA Study Abroad Coordinator. You must take full responsibility for having your learning agreement approved and signed by your Study Abroad Academic Coordinator. You must submit your learning agreement to the Study Abroad office (studyabroad@uea.ac.uk) within the first week of your semester abroad. Extenuating Circumstances: Factors (personal or medical) that are affecting your ability to maintain your academic performance abroad should be brought to the attention of your host university and your UEA Adviser who will provide guidance on the options open to you. Guidance can also be sought from the Arts Hub. Interrupting your studies If, for any reason, you need to withdraw from your host university, you must notify UEA Study Abroad Office and your Study Abroad Academic Coordinator immediately. You will then need to apply for permission from UEA to take a break in your studies. You will be liable for payment of fees in accordance with the published cut-off dates: https://portal.uea.ac.uk/planningoffice/tuition-fees. Students will be required to pay back any scholarship or funding received, as well as any outstanding debts incurred at the Semester Abroad institution (such as accommodation).

Optional A Modules

(20 credits)

FRENCH YEAR 2 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

Code PPLF5001A

Credits 20

This module is for Level 5 students studying French Honours language degrees, and comprises two pathways (B1 and B2) in the Autumn semester. These levels refer to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), and your pathway will depend on how much experience of learning French you had at the beginning of your degree. In this module, you’ll further develop your French language and communication skills and develop your awareness of styles and contexts where and when French is spoken. You’ll improve you receptive (listening and reading) as well as productive skills (speaking and writing) in French, and your exact learning objectives will differ according to the pathway you’re on. Teaching sessions will also vary according to pathways.

SPANISH YEAR 2 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

Code PPLH5001A

Credits 20

This module is for students studying Spanish Honours language degrees. This module is for Level 5 students and comprises of two strands (B1, B2).

Optional B Modules

(20 credits)

COMMUNICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT

Code DEV-5015A

Credits 20

What role can media and communications play within development? How can media – both ‘old’ and ‘new’ - help mobilise citizens, change policy, modify behaviours and promote democracy, good governance and economic growth? You will address these and other questions by providing a critical introduction to the field of ‘Communication for Development’ (C4D). Key topics will include behaviour change communication, participatory communication, press freedom, media literacy, media and conflict and access to new communication technologies. This module is accessible to International Development students who have not studied media before and to students on degrees relevant to media, with no previous experience of studying international development.

THE WRITING OF JOURNALISM (AUT)

Code LDCC5013A

Credits 20

What kinds of writing skills produce great journalism? This question is essential to creating powerful journalism and it’s a central concern of this module. The Writing of Journalism enables you to develop a critical awareness of the skills and structures involved in creating effective journalism. You’ll consider a range of journalistic forms and find out how best to nurture and develop your own writing. You'll have the opportunity to explore the ways in which journalistic writing works – its contexts, its demands, and its inventiveness. This will enable us to approach journalism as a discourse with its own conventions, practices, and ideologies. This module is concerned with journalism as a practice, and a genre. As such, it involves discussion, peer-workshops, and practical experience of reading and writing news and feature articles. In addition to writing your own journalism, you will examine journalistic writing and critical work concerning the craft, in order to probe and challenge your own ideas and assumptions about the practice and production of this writing form. Rather than see the practice of journalism and the critical study of journalism as distinct activities, this module aims to engage you as critical readers and writers whose work is informed by both contexts. In so doing, you’ll gain a greater understanding of the demands and conventions of journalistic writing, develop and sharpen your own work, and gain the discursive flexibility which will allow you to navigate the writing of journalism today.

INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION IN PRACTICE

Code PPLC5168A

Credits 20

Have you ever thought about what you could do to improve the world? This module will help you find answers to this question. We will explore how you can become a more informed and engaged global citizen by developing your intercultural and citizenship competences. You will develop the knowledge, critical understanding, values and attitudes that can be mobilised and deployed in a broad range of fields involving intercultural communication. The seminars will be highly interactive and the assessment will involve practical projects. A distinctive feature of this module is the practical understanding and application of concepts to specific intercultural issues and global challenges in critically reflective teaching sessions. The teaching will offer a balance between practice and theory and classroom sessions will include group work activities and public lectures. Through this module you will enhance your opportunities to gain employment where intercultural communication to real-life contexts is required. By the end of this module you will have developed the ability to employ effective and persuasive arguments in the formulation of solutions to real global challenges. The module will be delivered in English and you don’t need to speak a foreign language to take it.

FRANCE, FRANCOPHONIE AND THE WORLD

Code PPLF5175A

Credits 20

Today, French is still spoken on all five continents. Whether you are interested in language, culture, history, or politics of the French-speaking world, this module is perfect to expand your awareness of those aspects beyond the Hexagon. You'll study the origins of the Francophonie and discuss the relevance of the organisation. Studying the variety of contexts and societies in the French-speaking world today will allow you not only to contrast situations but also to understand important challenges and the role and impact of policies at different levels, from local administration to international relations. You will discuss issues of postcolonialism, study key events and personalities and explore many important cultural aspects. You will analyse a range of material, in English, that will include newspaper and magazine articles, television, and radio programmes and will also learn from academic journals on the topics. At the end of this module, you will have a broader understanding of the cultural, historical, economic, linguistic, and geopolitical links between France, its overseas territories and the rest of the French-speaking world. Teaching and assessment will be in English.

LATIN AMERICA AND THE WORLD

Code PPLI5156A

Credits 20

Latin America is a fascinating region that spans two continents and encompasses hugely divergent geographies. With vast economic, cultural, racial, environmental and political inequalities, Latin America is the birthplace of radical ideas about social justice, development, sustainability, and participatory democracy. The world has much to learn from the experiences and knowledge of its diverse populations. This module offers an overview of Latin America from a decolonial perspective. You’ll study the conquest and colonisation of the region from the viewpoints of those who suffer its political, socioeconomic, and environmental consequences today. You’ll then study the dynamic ways in which Latin American peoples have used the media and popular cultural forms to assert competing ideas in the region, and to tell their own stories. You’ll focus on topics such as Indigenous rights, racism and racial theory, migration and forced displacement, religion and spirituality, US-relations and the ‘war on drugs’, LGBTQ rights, and key social/cultural movements.

INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE POPULAR CULTURE (LEVEL 5)

Code PPLJ5147A

Credits 20

Japanese popular culture is now a global phenomenon. To understand how this came about, you will study the topic in terms of theories of social, economical, and historical analysis. You will learn about various cultural forms and practices, including manga/anime, media, art, and music in Japan as seen from different perspectives. You will also discuss and critically analyse the role of Japanese popular culture within and outside Japan. Your seminars will consist of three main parts: lectures, original audio/video materials, and group discussion or activities. Your contribution to weekly discussion/activities is essential. Lectures, reading materials, and assessments will all be in English. On successful completion of this module, you will have a good understanding of the main genres of Japanese popular culture, and be able to further explore your own interests, academically, in any form of Japanese popular culture.

LANGUAGE AND SOCIETY

Code PPLL5170A

Credits 20

Do accents define us? Do we need to change how we speak depending on who we are speaking to? Is language sexist? These are key questions to consider when think about sociolinguistics, the study of language and society. After all, Language is a powerful thing, an aspect of human behaviour that both defines and reflects the cultural norms of different societies. Our aim is to provide an introduction to sociolinguistics and throughout the module you will discover a wealth of different approaches to analysing language in relations to many different social variables, such as class, gender or social distance. You’ll gain a firm grounding in sociolinguistic frameworks, methods and concepts, and also learn how to communicate linguistic ideas, principles and theories by written, oral and visual means. You’ll begin with an overview of the field of sociolinguistics and key social variables. You’ll then delve deeper, uncovering core concepts such as dialectology, Code-switching, genderlects, language policy, multilingualism, and interpersonal dynamics. By looking at the different methods and types of evidence used by sociolinguists, you’ll become proficient in the different ways of working in this fascinating subject. Learning will be through a mixture of seminars and self-directed study. Seminars will include practical opportunities to practice your skills in linguistic analysis. You’ll be assessed though coursework (100%), but will present your research for your coursework during the module as part of the formative assessment. The module is open to anyone interested in learning more about sociolinguistics, and you do not need to be studying a language to take this module – just have an interest in language and how we use it. On successful completion of the module, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to take your understanding of language and society, and how we communication and interpret this communication, and apply it to many different areas of study. You’ll develop your research, writing and presentation skills. And you’ll be able to communicate your ideas more effectively, putting your thinking to the test by sharing it with others.

GENDER AND POWER

Code PPLM5002A

Credits 20

Providing a conceptual overview of feminist research approaches, this module examines contemporary gender and power relations. You will examine both the formal and informal power structures that shape the experience of gender. Bringing together the fields of media and sociology, politics and cultural studies, you will explore the relationship between feminist theory and activism.

DIGITAL MEDIA AND SOCIETY

Code PPLM5053A

Credits 20

For better or worse, digital technologies are hyped at having revolutionised society. This module will provide you with an introduction to the ways in which the internet and other digital technologies are (and are not) affecting society from theoretical and empirical perspectives, and how society shapes technology. Topics covered include: the evolution of the internet; the network society ; regulating new media; the radical internet and terrorism; social networking, blogs and interactivity; culture and identity in the digital age; and how the internet affects politics and the media.

TECHNOLOGICAL TOOLS FOR MEDIA ACCESSIBILITY (LEVEL 5)

Code PPLT5176A

Credits 20

What tools are used for audiences with sensory impairments, both visual and/or hearing to help them access films, documentaries, TV series, etc? This module provides first-hand experience of the technical tools used to create this type of audio-visual text. You will learn the specific requirements and theoretical characteristics and become aware of the grammatical and syntactical features of the language used for subtitling for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (SDH) and audio description (AD). You’ll explore and become skilled in the use of software used for media accessibility: professional subtitling software is used for pre-recorded subtitles as well as software for live subtitles (voice recognition). You’ll develop subtitling and audio description skills in a variety of registers and styles, translating programs from various sources (films, corporate videos, documentaries) and covering a broad range of specialised genres and media issues. The module is taught and all activities as part of the module are carried out in English. In addition, reflection on the practice of media accessibility in other languages will be encouraged and used as a key element for discussion in the module. The study of this module will provide you with the necessary skills for the creation of subtitles at professional level. Taught together with Level 6. Assessment commensurate with level.

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Assessment for Year 3

Compulsory Modules

Optional A Modules

(20 credits)

ADVANCED TRANSLATION (FRENCH TO ENGLISH)

Code PPLT6023A

Credits 20

This is an advanced course based on the 'Institute of Linguists’ Diploma in Translation. Together, we will translate a wide range texts from French to English, from journalistic to literary and become familiar with a range of techniques and terminology applied to translation. You will develop your translation skills and improve your ability to understand and justify your translation choices by means of annotations. On completion of this module, you will have developed the linguistic skills, cultural competence, and critical thinking required for the production of an annotated advanced translation from French to English.

SPECIALISED TRANSLATION (SPANISH)

Code PPLT6025B

Credits 20

Would you like to develop your specialised translation skills in Spanish and English? If you are a final year student of Spanish, or a second year student or visiting student with native/near-native competence, you can take this module. It provides an introduction to the skills, competences, strategies and techniques of specialised translation. You will gain experience of translating a range of scientific, technical, consumer-oriented and literary texts from Spanish into English and from English into Spanish. You will learn how to apply key theories to your translation practice and to produce translations taking into account the purpose of the text and your target audience. In taking this module you will also expand your knowledge of specialised vocabulary, develop your research skills, and hone your writing skills in both Spanish and English. Each week you will attend a seminar with translation from English into Spanish and a seminar with translation from Spanish into English. In the seminars and as part of your independent study, you will have the opportunity to work in teams to produce specialised translations collaboratively, with native and non-native students of Spanish and English. Assessment will be through two translation tests (Spanish into English and English into Spanish). By the end of this module you will be able to translate specialised texts from a range of genres (scientific, technical, consumer-oriented, literary, etc.) from English into Spanish and from Spanish into English.

Optional B Modules

(40 credits)

FRENCH YEAR 3 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

Code PPLF6004A

Credits 20

In this advanced French language module, you will develop your comprehension and production skills to C1 level of the Common European Framework for Modern Languages (CEFR). Not only will you learn to control your style and register and express yourself with confidence but you will develop skills that will allow you to persuade, argue, discuss and justify ideas effectively. You will be able to research your own cultural topic and work towards oral activities such as presentations and discussions, but also to build an extensive essay in French, allowing you to systematise critical, writing and presentation skills. Speaking activities will allow you to fully engage with current affairs of the French-speaking world. In light of covid-19 planning, please be aware that this module will now run with some modifications and different language groupings depending on level of language ability as we look to accommodate students who have experienced a disrupted year abroad and those students who have yet to start their year abroad.

FRENCH YEAR 3 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

Code PPLF6006B

Credits 20

Are you ready to take your French beyond the classroom? If you are interested in applying your French language and translation skills and your ability to analyse, comment, and summarise in specialised and professional situations, this module is for you. You'll be able to use all that you have learnt in French by working on briefs, summaries, translations, and studies of materials that will include technical and professional material from local and international organisations. One component of this module will allow you to hone your translation and writing skills by, for example, translating specialised documents. There will also be the opportunity to use your sense of enterprise and creativity on group projects. In this core module, you will continue to develop your receptive and productive skills to the level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). By the end of this module, you'll be able to express yourself confidently, clearly and professionally and will use your argumentative skills acquired in previous modules, to learn to negotiate and lead in your target language. In light of covid-19 planning, please be aware that this module will now run with some modifications and different language groupings depending on level of language ability as we look to accommodate students who have experienced a disrupted year abroad and those students who have yet to start their year abroad.

SPANISH YEAR 3 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

Code PPLH6007A

Credits 20

This module will develop your Spanish language skills at an advanced level. It fosters an understanding of various Spanish language features and develops critical cultural awareness. You’ll revisit specific components of grammar at a higher level, as well as problematic areas identified for improvement as well as learning academic writing skills. You’ll investigate and analyse the components that control the use of language when communicating in Spanish. The oral component of the module focuses on improving speaking and listening skills and widening vocabulary at a higher level. It is not suitable for native Spanish speaking visiting/exchange students. This module is conducted entirely in Spanish.

SPANISH YEAR 3 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

Code PPLH6017B

Credits 20

You will have the opportunity to develop your Spanish speaking, listening, reading and writing skills at an advanced level. You’ll develop higher level language skills further and you’ll acquire greater awareness of linguistic issues to aid inclusion and immersion in Spanish-speaking countries. You’ll explore the varieties of the Spanish language from a linguistic point of view and the variations of the Spanish language through the analysis and identification of extracts of spoken texts. The oral element of the module focuses on improving speaking and listening skills, whilst widening vocabulary. This module is conducted entirely in Spanish and is open to non-native Spanish speakers with near native competence in Spanish.

Optional C Modules

(60 credits)

MEDIA, CULTURE AND LEARNING

Code EDUB6002B

Credits 20

You will critically consider the relationship between media and education, considering what effect the media has in shaping knowledge, what role education plays in supporting media narratives, and how media and education influence cultural and social issues. You will draw upon current social and cultural issues and explore how these issues are shaped and discussed through the intersecting narratives of media and education. You will consider and reflect on current topics that may include issues around gender, sexuality, religion, youth, class, and sport.

WE’RE HERE, WE’RE QUEER: GLOBAL SEXUALITIES AND CONTEMPORARY QUEER CULTURES

Code HUM-6006A

Credits 20

The transnational movement of bodies, images, and capital has transformed modern conceptualisations of gender and sexuality. Sexual practices, identities, and subcultural formations have been altered through processes of migration and globalisation, as well as by the advent of new media technologies and the wide-reaching circulation of categories such as gay, lesbian, and transgender. In this context, this module aims to situate categories of gender and sexual difference within specific cultural and political contexts, and investigate non-normative gender and sexual formations in relation to emerging discourses on race and class and to anti-colonial theories of modernity and global capitalism. At the centre of the module sit questions such as: How have queer subjects been incorporated into nationalist projects and consumer culture? How has the liberal framework of human rights reshaped the struggles of queer movements outside the West? In what ways have transnational discourses on multiculturalism reshaped notions of queer community and belonging in global cities and in postcolonial metropolitan spaces? What role have media technologies and various forms of visual culture played in the reconstitution of gender and sexual identities and of representations of queer desire, affect, and kinship? Addressing these questions from an interdisciplinary perspective, and drawing on case studies from different geographical regions and from different disciplinary fields, the overall aim of the module is to explore the varied ways local histories and geographies interact with the forces of political, economic, and cultural globalisation, focusing especially on the experiences of sexual minorities in the Global South and of queer diasporas in the Global North.

DISSERTATION IN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE (SPRING)

Code PPLC6003B

Credits 20

This is your opportunity to undertake research on a specialist subject of your own choosing. You will work closely with your supervisor to identify a topic that you wish to research. The topic can relate to any topic or issue in the general areas of language, culture, society, business, history, politics, communication, and so on. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to create a piece of independent work produced over an extended period, receiving constructive and thought-provoking feedback from your supervisor. The dissertation (written in English) provides an excellent opportunity to work independently and so take a positive and active role in your learning. The module runs in a slightly different way to usual, you will only have a few formal seminars, covering subjects such as how to reference, plagiarism, structure arguments, etc. But you will be expected to meet regularly with your assigned supervisor and spend the majority of your time researching your chosen subject. By the end of this module you will have produced an extended piece of writing (5,000-6,000 words), divided into chapters/sections. By completing the dissertation, you will be able to demonstrate independent research skills and project management skills, key skills needed for life after University or for postgraduate education, like a Master’s degree.

GLOBAL INTERCULTURAL LEADERSHIP

Code PPLC6004B

Credits 20

INTERCULTURAL BUSINESS COMMUNICATION (LEVEL 6)

Code PPLC6138A

Credits 20

Do you want to become an efficient intercultural communicator in Business settings? This module will allow you to develop your intercultural competence in the workplace in order to become an efficient intercultural communicator. You will be taught several strategies to acquire intercultural competence, especially in business contexts and the workplace. You will apply theoretical approaches to intercultural communication in order to understand how to be successful in communication across cultures, and to solve intercultural conflicts in Business contexts. You will take part in classroom-based activities in pairs and small groups with students from other cultures. You will analyse case studies in which cultural clashes impact on different areas of business and management, such as marketing, human relations, and international negotiations. You will develop intercultural competence in different business and work-related contexts. You will be able to build intercultural understanding, the promotion of international business exchanges, and the facilitation of cross-cultural adaptation. You may also get some insight in how to develop cultural consultancy for businesses. You will be assessed at the end of the module by an essay.

INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE POPULAR CULTURE (LEVEL 6)

Code PPLJ6012A

Credits 20

Japanese popular culture is now a global phenomenon. To understand how this came about, you will study the topic in terms of theories of social, economical, and historical analysis. You will learn about various cultural forms and practices, including manga/anime, media, art, and music in Japan as seen from different perspectives. You will also discuss and critically analyse the role of Japanese popular culture within and outside of Japan. Your seminars will consist of three main parts: lectures, original audio/video materials, and group discussion or activities. Your contribution to weekly discussion/activities is essential. Lectures, reading materials, and assessments will all be in English. On successful completion of this module, you will have a good understanding of the main genres of Japanese popular culture, and be able to further explore your own interests, academically, in any form of Japanese popular culture.

DISCOURSE AND POWER: ADVANCED LANGUAGE ANALYSIS

Code PPLL6011A

Credits 20

Have you ever wondered why politicians say that 'immigration is a problem' rather than 'immigrants are a problem'. Can there be unbiased news reporting in this era of ‘fake news’? Why am I addressing you as 'you' rather than 'the students' here? In this module you will explore some of these questions and how the language and images that make up our interactions (in ‘texts’) are interrelated and context-related. We will explore the powerful expressive means by which agency, responsibility and blame are attributed to or removed from key players in the language of media, advertising and politics. We will see how the representation of events affects and is affected by ideology and socio-cultural assumptions and by the power relationship between individuals and social groups. Essentially, this module is for those who are curious about the practical impact of expressive choices in everyday written and oral communication and wish to find out more about the creative but also manipulative power of language in context (discourse). By the end of this module, you will have learnt how particular linguistic and visual patterns may be used to report, persuade or direct people to do things or believe things. You will have acquired the skill to critically assess and challenge others’ perspectives, attitudes and values but also consider more critically how you may produce or change your language to achieve your desired aims, from increasing the cohesion of your writing to producing a more engaging website. In other words, you can learn skills that help you to choose your own words carefully! These skills will better enable you to deal with the challenges of communication in the world today and are highly valuable skills in any work environment. In the seminars, you will be encouraged to apply the new analytical tools presented in the lecture and you will be able to select your own material for analysis for formative exercises and the final assignment so that it relates to your studies and interests.

LANGUAGE IN ACTION

Code PPLL6019B

Credits 20

What do we actually do when we engage in ‘conversation’? How do we create meanings without actually saying what we mean? Why does how we say something matter more than what we say? In this module we will address these questions and explore how linguistic meaning, in any language, works on a number of levels so that speakers are able to communicate much more than what they say in their words. You’ll consider the extent to which language expression is influenced by social, cultural and psychological factors and why communication problems may arise even when speakers think they are speaking ‘the same language’. We’ll discuss the ways in which relationships of power, solidarity and intimacy may be shaped by particular uses of language in everyday interactions and how humour or irony may be generated when speakers break conventional patterns of communication. By the end of this module you’ll have a clear understanding of how verbal and non-verbal expressions combine to convey a variety of meanings in different contexts: professional as well as personal. You’ll have learnt to appreciate how the way we talk is influenced by our need to be valued and respected but also why speech may be manipulative and undermining. Classes will include group discussions of examples collected by you each week so that you can immediately appreciate how concepts apply in practice. In your final assignment you’ll build on this understanding and analyse a verbal interaction of your choice (such as a celebrity interview, a chat show dialogue or an e-mail exchange) to identify how meanings are exchanged in that specific context.

LANGUAGE AMBASSADOR MODULE

Code PPLL6021Y

Credits 20

Over the course of a year, this module will allow you to develop your teaching skills, as well as help to support young people in their language learning journey. In the Autumn semester, students will have classes once a fortnight, and these classes will cover Safeguarding, online teaching, mentoring, approaches to language teaching, and language teaching within a British context. In the Spring semester, students will be paired with a school and will provide mentoring and language learning support to young people on a weekly basis. This will predominantly take place online through Microsoft Teams and students will work with young people to help support their spoken language skills. The module will be assessed via a portfolio and is only open to French and Spanish speakers. A test of language ability will take place in the first class. This is a great to really hone your teaching skills, but also your mentoring skills, speaking skills and presentation skills. It will allow you to help support and encourage young people and help inspire them to continue learning a language. Please note, a DBS check will be conducted for this module, this is paid for by UEA. This is not a paid placement module.

TRANSLATION WORK EXPERIENCE (LEVEL 6)

Code PPLT6019B

Credits 20

What is it like to translate for the real world to professional standards? Translation Work Experience is your chance to find out. The module is part of the PPL Professional Practice scheme and builds on partnership with public services locally and abroad to give you the opportunity to develop first-hand experience of professional translation (e.g. translation from, and into English). The work for the module is based on authentic briefs from a variety of clients (for instance, in 2020, CEV - Centre for European Volunteering – provided a series of documents to be translated). The work will be carried out in groups with other home and visiting students or individually depending on assignments. It is a practical module: it promotes hands-on sensitisation to aspects of professional commercial translation, to problems involved in translating to specifications, producing and presenting a product of professional standard, to techniques of translation and to the use of reference materials and support resources. You will hone your analytical and linguistic skills, and develop a range of key practical skills, including research skills, project and time management, reflective and review skills, peer and self-assessment. Despite its very practical aspect, you will also cover some theoretical issues which will help you to reflect and write about this experience. Assessment is by a variety of means, including translation and a critical report for which formative oral reports throughout the semester serve as a platform. As a record of your experience and of the skills developed, the report doubles up as evidence of your achievements for job applications and interviews. On completion of the module you are awarded a Professional Practice Certificate, also key evidence to further career prospects. The module is open subject to availability of briefs - a back-up module choice is essential. Commitments including tutorials to be arranged. This module is only available to students on Honours language programmes or to PPL visiting students.

TRANSLATION AND ADAPTATION (LEVEL 6)

Code PPLT6021B

Credits 20

We will consider the processes of translation and adaptation in a range of media, such as films, games, and theatre, and the issues associated with them from the perspective of ‘Translation Theory.’ We will attempt to establish where the boundary lies between the terms ‘translation’ and ‘adaptation,’ and we will examine some of the most important theories of translation. You will look at various ways of thinking about key concepts such as ‘cultural and pragmatic equivalence,’ ‘fidelity,’ ‘coherence/cohesion,’ and the ethical role of the director/adaptor. You will devote your time to the exploration of types of adaptations in different genres, and you will present case studies from recent articles in a variety of adaptations in your language pair, such as adaptations for cross-cultural theatre, adapting from books to video games, cross-cultural adaptations of queerness in short stories, ideology, and children’s stories adapted for films across languages and cultures. You will develop the linguistic skills, cultural competence and critical thinking required for the production of a case study of a selected adaptation in your language pair. On completion of this module, you will be able to situate yourself in relation to critical readings in the field of ‘Translation Theory’ and to reflect on the ethical dimension of the translator, especially as it relates to the act of adapting in situations of intercultural conflict and communication. This module is only available to students with a foreign language.

INTRODUCTION TO CONFERENCE INTERPRETING

Code PPLT6024A

Credits 20

Ever wondered what it would be like to interpret at conferences? If you're a final year student of Spanish, French or Japanese, or whether you’ve had prior interpreting training or are completely new to it, you can take this module. It provides an introduction to the skills, practices and contexts of conference interpreting. You will gain experience of using core conference interpreting techniques, such as active listening, memorising, note-taking and re-expressing ideas in your language pairs, in both consecutive and simultaneous interpreting modes. You will work with texts, audio and video materials that explore global social and political issues. This module will also equip you with transferable skills in demand in the professional world, such as research, presentation and public speaking skills, and is a great confidence builder. Each week you will attend a general seminar with a group of students studying different languages, and a language-specific seminar with a lecturer in Spanish, French, or Japanese. You need to be a native or near-native speaker of one of the working languages (English, French, Japanese or Spanish). In your assessment, you will interpret into your native/near-native language. Visiting students are most welcome and their presence is highly valued. You also have the opportunity to further develop and consolidate your interpreting skills in the Introduction to Public Service Interpreting module offered in the spring semester. Note that these are two of only a handful of undergraduate interpreting modules offered in the UK and provide an ideal grounding for progression to an MA in Interpreting.

TECHNOLOGICAL TOOLS FOR SUBTITLING AND DUBBING (LEVEL 6)

Code PPLT6027B

Credits 20

What factors need to be born in mind when creating subtitles? What tools are used to create these texts? This module provides first-hand experience of subtitling and dubbing of film clips and documentaries, which will provide you with first hand, practical, experience of this important media technique. You’ll become familiar with software used for interlingual and intralingual subtitling and dubbing at professional level, studying the linguistic and technical constraints for the creation of audio-visual texts. You’ll undertake practical exercises involving cueing, text compression and segmentation, respecting time and space constraints and that will teach you how to conform the conventions of good practice. You’ll explore, analyse and assess different types of technological tools used for audio-visual translation at professional and amateur levels, using selected film/TV series/documentary extracts in several languages. Practical activities are used creating challenges posed by the interplay of audio, image and text. Studying this module will provide you with the necessary skills for the creation of subtitles at a professional level, giving you practical experience of using professional software. Taught together with Level 5. Assessment commensurate with level.

INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SERVICE INTERPRETING

Code PPLT6028B

Credits 20

If you’ve never interpreted, but are intrigued about what it entails, and think you may just have what it takes, then this module may be for you. You will learn how to develop the key skills : linguistic fluency, but also self-assertiveness, cultural awareness, ability to adapt voice, register and tone, and interpersonal skills. Public service interpreting (also called community interpreting) is, as the name suggests, a person-centred activity. It will appeal to those of you wanting to place your skills as linguists at the service of others, be they patients in a hospital, suspects or victims interviewed by the police, or witnesses appearing in courts; asylum seekers as well as tourists. You will explore areas that you might not otherwise have got to study, such as police procedures, mental health and diabetes. You will learn how to interpret consecutively and simultaneously, improve your memory and note-taking skills, and translate a written document orally. This module will involve visiting the N&N Hospital for joint training with junior doctors, collaborating with Law students on preparing an interview with a solicitor, and work with Drama students on acting skills. Further down the line, careers in international organisations, including humanitarian work, are open to you as well as work in the UK. No previous experience of interpreting required. Note that this is one of only a handful of undergraduate interpreting modules in this country. Teaching will be partly generic within a group of students studying different languages, partly language-specific with a lecturer in French, Japanese or Spanish. Visiting students are most welcome and their presence is highly valued. It is essential that you are at native speaker level in at least one of the following languages: English, Spanish, French or Japanese.

TRANSLATION THEORY AND PRACTICE

Code PPLT6139A

Credits 20

Ever thought of becoming a professional translator? We will examine some of the most important theories of translation, and explore the cross-linguistic and intercultural transfer of meaning. You will look at various ways of thinking about key concepts such as ‘equivalence,’ ‘fidelity,’ ‘cultural and pragmatic equivalence,’ and the ethical and political role of the translator; we will also take a comparative approach to the structure and functioning of texts, exploring problems such as cohesion and coherence, gendered language, implied meaning, and ideology. In the practical component of the module (50% of the overall assessment), you will translate a text of your own choice into your first language. On completion of this module, you will be able to adopt reflective and critical translation strategies appropriate to your own translating practice. You will be able to situate yourself in relation to critical readings in the field of ‘Translation Studies’ and, perhaps most importantly, to reflect on the ethical dimension of the translator as agent especially as it relates to the act of translation and interpreting in situations of conflict and intercultural communication. In the practical component of the module (50% of the overall assessment), you will translate a text of your own choice into your first language (2000 words). You will be assigned to an appropriate language supervisor who will be available to discuss your progress. On completion of this module, you will be able to adopt reflective and critical translation strategies appropriate to your own translating practice. You will be able to situate yourself in relation to critical readings in the field of ‘Translation Studies’ and, perhaps most importantly, to reflect on the ethical dimension of the translator as agent especially as it relates to the act of translation and interpreting in situations of conflict and intercultural communication.

TECHNOLOGICAL TOOLS FOR MEDIA ACCESSIBILITY (LEVEL 6)

Code PPLT6145A

Credits 20

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Entry Requirements

A Levels

ABB including grade A in French or Spanish

BTEC

DDM, alongside grade A in French or Spanish A-Level (or equivalent qualification). Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration

Scottish highers

AAABB including Advanced Higher grade B in French or Spanish

Scottish highers advanced

BCC including grade B in French or Spanish

Irish leaving certificate

3 subjects at H2 including French or Spanish and 3 subjects at H3

Access course

Access to Humanities & Social Sciences pathway preferred. Pass with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3. In addition, evidence of language learning ability with at least A-Level grade A in French or Spanish

European Baccalaureate

75% overall including 8.5 in French or Spanish

International Baccalaureate

32 points including HL 6 in French or Spanish

GCSE offer

You are required to have Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 or above at GCSE.

Additional entry requirements

Native or near-native speakers can also apply for the French and/or Spanish degree programmes, but please note that the programme followed will be different from the one advertised.

If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year programmes such as BA Intercultural Communication with Business Management (with a Foundation Year).

Alternative Entry Requirements

UEA recognises that some students take a mixture of International Baccalaureate IB or International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme IBCP study rather than the full diploma, taking Higher levels in addition to A levels and/or BTEC qualifications. At UEA we do consider a combination of qualifications for entry, provided a minimum of three qualifications are taken at a higher Level. In addition some degree programmes require specific subjects at a higher level.

Students for whom english is a foreign language

Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):

IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) for year 1 entry
IELTS: 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in all components) for year 2 entry

We also accept a number of other English language tests. Please click here to see our full list.

INTO University of East Anglia

If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:

Pre-sessional English at INTO UEA

Academic English at INTO UEA

Interviews

Most applicants will not be called for an interview and a decision will be made via UCAS Track. However, for some applicants an interview will be requested. Where an interview is required the Admissions Service will contact you directly to arrange a time.

Gap year

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year.  We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.

Intakes

This course is open to UK and International applicants. The annual intake is in September each year.

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BA TRANSLATION, MEDIA AND MODERN LANGUAGE (3 YEAR)