French 4131 - Advanced French and Translation

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Washington University in St Louis

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Description:

Building on the foundation established in the third year, this course aims at an in-depth knowledge of the French language and accuracy in its use. A comparative approach (linguistic and cultural) and systematic exercises are used to attain this goal and assist students in the demanding task of translating, both from English to French and from French to English. This course is mainly devoted to practical training using a wide range of document types, developing strategies of translation, and sensitizing students to the problem of cultural transfer. Prerequisites: French 307D and French 308D or French 318D. Writing-intensive. May be taken in place of 411 toward the completion of the French major.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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