Program Overview

LL5007: Localisation Essentials

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.

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.
• Professional requirements: none.
• 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.

Additional Teaching Mode Information

• 12 hours lectures
• 12 hours online (asynchronous) activities
• 6 hours webinars
• 6 hours practicals

Duration

• 12 weeks

Credits

• 10

Start Date

• To be confirmed

Venue

• Exact rooms to be confirmed.

Closing Date

• To be confirmed

Teaching Mode

• Part-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info.