Admission requirements
This course is open only to students registered for the Translation specialization.
Description
Whether you aspire to a career as a researcher or work in the field as a translator, editor, terminology specialist or project manager, learning how to integrate real-world skills with theoretical knowledge is essential for your professional career. The Translation in Theory and Practice track allows you to choose between either a work placement or a research internship.
During a work placement you will gain hands-on experience in a professional environment to prepare you for a position as a language professional in the broadest sense of the word.
A research internship will provide you with the necessary skills and knowledge for a future career in translation/terminology research, for instance as a PhD student or in-house researcher.
Course objectives
Experience how your university training can be put into practice.
Introduce you to prospective employers.
Assist you in transitioning from university to a professional or academic work environment.
Timetable
The timetables are available through My Timetable.
Mode of instruction
- Internship
Course Load
10 EC = 280 hours. This includes formulating learning objectives, and writing a final report.
Assessment method
The final assessment (100%) is determined by the final report in consultation with the work placement supervisor.
Reading list
Relevant materials will be posted on Brightspace to:
Notify students of work placement openings;
Notify students of available research internships;
Post background materials.
Registration
Enrolment through My Studymap is mandatory
Registration Studeren à la carte and Contractonderwijs
Not applicable
Contact
For substantive questions, contact the lecturer listed in the right information bar
For questions related to the content of the course, please contact the lecturer, you can find their contact information by clicking on their name in the sidebar.
For questions regarding enrollment please contact the Education Administration Office Reuvensplaats E-mail address Education Administration Office Reuvensplaats: osz-oa-reuvensplaats@hum.leidenuniv.nl
For questions regarding your studyprogress contact the Coordinator of Studies