University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: Both

Planned timetable: TBC

This module is designed to guide and train the student of the Spanish language in the translation of demanding literary texts, both from and into Spanish. The emphasis will be on practical translation. The source texts will be chosen so as to represent a variety of periods, genres and registers. The module has a complementary relationship to language work in the core language modules. It will require systematic use of sources of information about Spanish (e.g. dictionaries, grammars). Emphasis will be placed on the quality of the translation. To achieve that end, the module will be conducted in seminar mode in order to stimulate discussion and revision of draft translations.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact:

Scheduled learning hours: 28

Guided independent study hours: 122

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews:

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 60%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 40%

Personnel