Language of this entry |
English (UK, International) |
Name of Programme / Training Resource |
Meaning and Communication |
Type of Training |
Individual standalone programme |
Reference Number |
ETD-MAC |
Description |
This introduction to semantics and pragmatics is useful not just for translators but all those engaged in cross cultural communication: how we use language, why communication so often fails and how we might do better. |
Keywords |
Pragmatics
Relevance Theory
Translation
Communication
Cognitive Semantics
Bible Translation |
Languages Programme Available in |
English (UK, International) |
Other Languages |
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Country and region where programme is available |
United Kingdom / South East |
Area of Ministry and Focus |
Bible Teaching and Training / Biblical Languages; Mission and Evangelism / Cross-Cultural Mission and History; Mission and Evangelism / Language Learning Methods; Mission and Evangelism / Ministry to Non-Literate People; Mission and Evangelism / Bible Translation |
Residential/Non Residential |
Residential |
Full-time or Part-time |
Full-time |
Level |
Masters |
Cost Range |
US$100,000 or more |
Actual Cost |
GBP550 |
Bursaries/scholarships available |
No |
Actual Length |
3 weeks |
Average hours of study per week |
40 |
Methods of instruction |
taught classes and seminars, including interactive discussion; individual attention and tutoring. |
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) |
50% |
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) |
40% |
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). |
10% |
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) |
10 |
Prerequisite Programmes |
Some background in linguistics is desirable |
Other Prerequisites |
IELTS level 6.0 (English language fluency) |
Qualifications gained |
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Qualifications this programme is part of |
MA Field Linguistics |
Programme Accredited by |
Other Accreditation (see below) |
Other Accrediting Bodies |
University of Gloucestershire |