ECTS - PWSZ im. Witelona w Legnicy

The Witelon University of Applied Sciences in Legnica - Field: Philology
Specialisations:
- English Translation Studies
- Communication with the Media in English
Graduate profile in English Translation Studies
Apart from their relevant qualification, the graduates of English Philology specialising in
translation studies have also gained adequate knowledge and developed their skills
of translation from Polish into English and vice versa. They are familiar with the theoretical and
practical aspects of the translating profession and its reality. They have been trained
to conduct translating activities individually and in a team, respecting the existing legal regulations.
The knowledge and skills acquired in the course of study will enable
the graduates to find employment in translation agencies, cultural institutions, institutions
of the local government, travel agencies and institutions, publishing houses, editorial offices, the
media and the service sector, where fluency in English is essential.
Apart from the philological competence, formation within
the field of Translation Studies in English aims at a development of the competence within:
theoretical knowledge:
- of translation of stylistically and functionally diverse texts;
- of the translating workshop;
- of the organisation and techniques of translation;
- of the use of English in oral and written translation;
- of marketing and economic activities;
- of legal regulations relating to obtaining information;
- of IT use for translation,
ability to:
- use English on C1 level;
- use IT for translation;
- organise their translating workshop;
- accurately perform oral and written translation from and into English of stylistically and
functionally diverse texts;
- plan and implement a variety of professional activities;
- improve their skills and put forward innovative ideas;
- successfully adapt to their professional environment,
attitudes (behaviours):
- readiness to improve their skills through translating practice;
- taking responsibility for the outcome of their work;
- attention to correctness of speech;
- fairness in their attitude to their profession;
- fairness towards other participants of their professional life.
ECTS Course Catalogue 2010/2011
202