Course

Course 7.5 credits • SEMN01

The course introduces different theories of translation, from classical contributions to modern theories that build on semiotics, the general science of meaning. Central questions dealt with include the nature of the act of translation, the goal situation of translation and the difficulties that arise due to differences in language structure as well as the underlying cultures difficulties which increase during translation between different semiotic resources. The course is divided up into various parts which deal with translation within one and the same language, translation from one language to another and translation from one semiotic resource to another, e.g. from language to film or picture. Moreover, the course will include a discussion of cultural differences as a factor during translation.

Admission Requirements

General and 60 ECTS in a language subject, linguistics or the equivalent.

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Programme affiliation: Part of Master's Programme in Language and Linguistics, Cognitive Semiotics

Study period: autumn semester 2025
Type of studies: part time, 50 %, day
Study period: 2025-09-01 – 2025-11-02
Language of instruction: English
Eligibility: 90 ECTS in linguistics, literature or any language subject (or the equivalent).

Application code: LU-E1063

Application code: LU-35755