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French Translation (FREN20004)

Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Not available in 2026

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This subject will explore the comparative stylistics of French and English from a theoretical as well as a practical perspective. Each week, it will consist of a seminar on the methodology of translation from French to English followed by a workshop-style seminar where the theory will be put into practice. Students will explore aspects of journalistic, technical, and literary translation and their application in today’s world.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should:

  • Be able to understand the mechanics of translation in general and from French into English in particular
  • Be able to demonstrate their ability to translate several types of text from French into English
  • Have expanded on their knowledge and mastery of French and English linguistic components for a better comprehension and rendering of literary, technical and official texts
  • Have been introduced to some of the theory of translation through a study of comparative stylistics.

Generic skills

At the completion of this subject, students should:

  • Have developed skills in critical thinking and analysis
  • Have developed attention to detail through close reading and analysis of texts
  • Have developed an understanding of the relationship between language systems.

Last updated: 4 December 2025