Translation (French and Spanish) The University of the West Indies

Overview

Translation (French and Spanish) program offered by The University of the West Indies comprises the translation of texts and analyses of difficulties arising from problems in understanding ideas in the source language and re-expressing them in the target language.  

Graduates with Translation (French and Spanish) from The University of the West Indies will:

• acquire translating methods 

• develop professional skills by applying appropriate translation techniques.

• gain knowledgeable about international affairs, politics, international organization, economic, scientific, technical, medical and legal issues and publications on translation.

• enhance linguistic skills in English, French and Spanish;

• be exposed to current theoretical thinking and linguistic theories on translation and help them to develop an understanding of their relation to the practice of translation;

• develop their critical and analytical skills, composing skills, research and production skills and improve their overall cognitive abilities through the translation process.

• develop the ability to draw on extra-linguistic knowledge, to make sound decisions in translation;

• develop ability to manage translation projects.