Japanese IV: Introduction to Translation

Education facts

Code: GJP3B2

The course provides an introduction to the basic principles of translation theory; however, emphasis is on the practice of translating different types of documents. Texts from various genres, including literary works and business-related documents, are analysed and translated both from Japanese to English and from English to Japanese after appropriate documentation has been made. Along with the feedback from the teacher, students discuss accuracy and style in order to improve the quality of their translations.

Entry requirements

Japanese III: Language Proficiency, 15 credits, Japanese III: The Modern Short Story, 7.5 credits and Japanese III: Reading Manga, 7.5 credits

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Japanese IV: Introduction to Translation

  Dalarna University

  Falun

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %