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LL5007: Localisation essentials

Course Fact File
CodeLL5007
Duration12 weeks
Teaching ModePart-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info.
Fees€1,500 See Fees and Costs for full details.
Closing Date31st August 2023
Venue

Exact rooms to be confirmed.

 
Credits10
Start DateSeptember 2023

Outline

Students will be given an overview of the localisation industry with a particular focus on its cultural, linguistic and technical implications. The module will examine the main fields in localisation (websites, videogames, and software) and provide students with hands-on experience of a range of tools and technologies employed to manage, complete and deliver translation and localisation projects.

Additional Teaching Mode Information

12 hours lectures; 12 hours online (asynchronous) activities; 6 hours webinars and 6 hours practicals

Practicalities

Assessment: Total Marks 200:Assignment - Written assignment on a selected topic from the module - 60; Case Study - Comparative analysis of 2 localised products/services - 60; E-tivities - Introduction to Localisation software 30; Quiz(zes) - Quizzes on topics covered throughout the module - 50.

Requirements

Academic Requirements: applicants for this programme are expected to hold a level 8 degree or equivalent qualification. 2) Professional requirements: none. 3) Technical requirements: Internet connection, availability of a Desktop or laptop computer with web camera and headset.  Copies of transcripts and parchments for any previous educational qualifications requested as evidence for entry requirements.

Fees and Costs

The fee for this module is €1,500, payable on submission of your application.

How To Apply

Applications are now closed for this programme for the current intake

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