will obtain dual task skills involving both listening and conveying message to another language simultaneously.
will learn simultaneous interpreting strategies, such as generalisation, using phrases, eliminating and classification.
will gain knowledge of issues like interpreting cabin etiquette, knowledge of terminology, challenges encountered during simultaneous interpreting.
Mode of Delivery
Face to face
Prerequisites
No
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course Description
Beginning with a theoretical introduction to the basic processes and strategies of simultaneous interpreting, the course proceeds with detailed explanations of techniques of simultaneous interpreting, knowledge and competencies required of a conference interpreter, terminological vocabulary in various areas, forming units of meaning, reformulation, simplification, omission, anticipation, explanation, numbers, how to deal with fast speakers, use of equipment, customer and booth etiquette. Students' knowledge is put into practice through exercises on audio recordings of authentic material on current topics.
Course Contents
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
General Introduction
2nd Week
Introduction to simultaneous interpreting
3rd Week
Introducing international and national interpreting organizations
4th Week
Active listening skills and using equipment
5th Week
Simultaneous interpreting techniques and memory exercises
