Audiovisual Translation
Summer 2024
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Laurence Jay-Rayon Ibrahim AiboDescription
This course introduces students to audiovisual translation (AVT), one of the fastest growing areas within the translation industry. Coursework includes an overview of the discipline and discussions on its polysemiotic nature, an introduction to different areas of audiovisual translation, such as audio description and dubbing, and a more focused exploration of subtitling. Content includes weekly readings and reflective discussions, hands-on video materials, practical activities, and an overview of technical considerations.
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U+ class; $85/term reg. fee + $656/credit & $80 language reviewing fee. Last day to: Add/Drop: 6/29, Withdraw: 7/23, Last day of 100% refund: 6/29, 50% refund: 7/23, no refunds past this date. Refunds differ from Univ. day classes; see www.umass.edu/universityplus/resources/refund-policy.
Students must have demonstrable high proficiency in English and at least one language other than English. Before enrolling, students must fill out an application form at https://www.umass.edu/llc/apply-online-translation-interpreting-certificate-program, and provide detailed information about their linguistic proficiency.
The form will automatically be sent to program director, Cristiano Mazzei. Students must wait to hear if they have been "accepted" from program director before enrolling.
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