Cultural Crossroads and Translation

3 crédits · 2e cycle

Exploration of the interaction between language, culture and translation to enhance comparative reading of texts as well as the act of translating. Examination of key concepts of culture (high, low, popular) and relevant institutions (UNESCO). Study of a variety of documents and translations from different spheres (politics, linguistics, advertising, literature and current issues), using various textual analysis strategies. Emphasis on the effect of culture on communication in language transfer, not necessarily restricted to the customary French-English binary context. Examination of the role of the translator as cultural agent focusing on both the creative and translational processes. Overview of the influence of technology on culture and translation (crowdsourcing). Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières 3351, boulevard des Forges, Trois-Rivières (Québec) G8Z 4M3 Information générale : crmultiservice@uqtr.ca Téléphone : 819 376-5011 Sans frais : 1 800 365-0922 Liens utiles Admission Futurs étudiants internationaux Campus et centres universitaires Services aux étudiants Découvrir l'UQTR Journées portes ouvertes Logement et résidences Pourquoi choisir l'UQTR?