Aims and Fit of Module

•	To provide an overview of the principles underpinning the practice of interpreting

•	To provide basic interpreting skills practice by discussing  the similarities and differences between Interpreting and Translation;

•	To focus on the social role of the interpreter and the range of functions of modern day interpreting;

•	To develop an awareness of  the characteristics of simultaneous and consecutive interpretation;

•	To practice note-taking skills to enhance the accuracy of interpreting;

•	To highlight the ethical and practical cognitive and decision-making procedures involved in the various interpreting tasks

Learning outcomes

A. determine the main differences between the activities of interpreting and translating;

B. raise awareness of ethical and practical issues involved in interpreting;

C. do simultaneous and consecutive interpretation for general topics;

D. demonstrate the basic skills involved in simultaneous interpretation; 

E. demonstrate the basic skills involved in consecutive interpretation. 

Method of teaching and learning

The teaching sessions are divided into two components (Lectures and Tutorials/workshops).


Lectures


Tutorials/ workshop