TRANSLATION RESEARCH SUMMER SCHOOL UK 2011
27 JUNE - 8 JULY 2011, UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
The TRANSLATION RESEARCH SUMMER SCHOOL (TRSS) is a joint initiative
of three British universities and the Hong Kong Baptist University.
Every year TRSS organizes summer schools in the UK and in Hong Kong,
offering intensive research training in translation and intercultural
studies for prospective researchers in the field.
Specialist theme for TRSS UK 2011: Agency in Translation and
Interpreting. Other modules include:
* Theoretical Approaches to Translation Studies
* Research Methods in Translation Studies
* Research Design & Dynamics
The Summer School syllabus is delivered through lectures, seminars
and small-group tutorials by core TRSS staff from the partner
institutions (University of Manchester, University of Edinburgh,
University College London and Hong Kong Baptist University) and
invited colleages.
TRSS UK 2011 is delighted to announce that its guest lecture will
be delivered by Professor Hélène Buzelin, University of
Montreal. Professor Buzelin will also offer a research methodology
seminar and tutorials.
Applicants to the Summer School should normally hold the degree of
Master of Arts or equivalent, in a relevant subject, should be
proficient in English and should either have started or be actively
considering research in translation and/or intercultural studies.
Registration fees: 975 GBP for sponsored students, 680 GBP for
self-funded students
Early application deadline: 15 January 2011 (to facilitate
funding/visa applications)
Second application deadline: 30 April 2011
More details on course content and application procedures can be
found on the Translation Research Summer School website at
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Posted by The Editors on 29th Oct 2010
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