| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Qualifications this programme is part of | MA Field Linguistics |
| Programme Accredited by | Other Accreditation (see below) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies | University of Gloucestershire |