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The programme examines the benefits and challenges of artificial intelligence (AI) in translation, including its impacts on the quality of translations, the role of human translators, and the potential ethical issues. It will also explore how AI can be used to improve the efficiency and accuracy of translation through machine learning algorithms and natural language processing techniques. Students will learn to collaborate with AI to provide translation for a variety of text types, including general documents, marketing materials, and literary texts.
 

Syllabus / 課程大綱 Introduction to AI and translation Benefits and challenges of AI in translation The role of human translators in the age of AI Machine learning algorithms for translation: case studies of successful machine learning projects for translation Natural language processing (NLP) techniques: tokenization, text classification, keyword extraction and sentiment analysis Best practices for designing user-friendly programmes that combine the strengths of AI and human intelligence Ethical considerations in AI translation: privacy concerns and legal considerations Emerging trends in AI and their potential impacts on the translation industry

Learning Outcomes / 學習成果 On completion of the programme, students should be able to: Explain the benefits and challenges of AI in translation, including its impact on the quality of translation and the role of human translators; Evaluate different types of translation output by AI, focusing on how accurately it understands the nuances of language and culture in different text types; Analyse how machine learning algorithms and natural language processing techniques improve the efficiency and accuracy of translation in general; and Determine the faithfulness, effectiveness and appropriateness of AI generated translations against the original text.

Assessment and Award / 評核及學銜 A "Certificate for Module (Translation and Artificial Intelligence)" will be awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE to students who have satisfied the following criteria: achieve at least 80% attendance of the programme; and pass all the assessments Type of Assessment Description Weighting Continuous assessment Two short translation assignments (using AI) of 500 words each 50% Continuous assessment One academic essay (evaluating the use of AI in translation) of 1,000 – 1,200 words 50%     Total :  100%

 

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Days / Time

• Wednesday, 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Venue

• HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College (HPSHCC) Campus

Course Fee

• Course Fee : HK$5,700

Applicants shall:

1. hold a bachelor’s degree awarded by a recognised university; and

2. pass a one-hour language competency test*.

*Applicants who have obtained the following qualifications as proof of their proficiency in English and Chinese will be exempted from the language competence test:

i)        HKDSE Examination English and Chinese Language at Level 4 or above; or

ii)       HKALE Use of English and Chinese Language and Culture at Grade D or above; or

iii)      equivalent qualifications.

Those who do not meet the standard set of criteria for admission will be considered on individual merit.

• The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100

CEF Courses
CERTIFICATE FOR MODULE (TRANSLATION AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE) 證書（單元：翻譯與人工智能）
COURSE CODE 38C157482	FEES $5,700	ENQUIRY 3762-0830

	Continuing Education Fund This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
	Certificate for Module (Translation and Artificial Intelligence) This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level [6])

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Enrolment Method

Complete and submit the special application form by post or in person on or before the deadline stated in the above sections at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres together with:

1. Copies of HKID card and certificate(s) proving your highest education qualification(s)
2. If submission by mail, please post the application form with 1. to the below address:

Attn: Nicole Wong 11/F, Fortress Tower,  250 King's Road,  North Point, Hong Kong

 

Payment Method

1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and the applicant’s name.. You may either:

• bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
• or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying  “Course Application” on the envelope.  HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment sent by mail.

3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (course enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, continuing students of award-bearing programmes, if their programmes offer online service, may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay and Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

• If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolement Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circustance.
• Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque or PPS (for online payment only) will normally be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will normally be reimbursed to the payment cardholder's credit card account.
• In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
• Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
• Receipts will be issued for fees paid but HKU SPACE will not be repsonsible for any loss of receipt sent by mail.
• For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to "HKU SPACE" to any of our enrolment centres.