Duration
French-English consecutive interpretation II : 15h Th
Liaison interpreting : 30h Th
Number of credits
| Master in interpreting (120 ECTS) | 5 crédits |
Lecturer
French-English consecutive interpretation II : Joleen Bruce
Liaison interpreting : Joachim Colaris
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
Two components :
- consecutive interpreting from French to English
- bi-active liaison interpreting in English and French
French-English consecutive interpretation II
Two components :
- consecutive interpreting from French to English
- bi-active liaison interpreting in French and English
Liaison interpreting
Two components:
- consecutive interpreting from French to English
- bi-active liaison interpreting in French and English
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
The application of knowledge gained from the Masters 1 course "Consecutive Interpretation from English into French" and "Simultaneous interpretation from English to French". Acquisition of vocabulary and terminology specific to the sectors that usually use liaison interpretation (accompaniment of delegations, diplomatic and trade missions).
Practical exercises based on speeches prepared and delivered by the teacher or the students as well as recorded speeches. Note taking and public speaking exercises as well as behavioral skills in different types of missions where liaison interpretation is necessary.
French-English consecutive interpretation II
At the end of the course, students will be able to understand how liaison interpretation works in diplomatic or trade missions and to provide high-level liaison interpretation in French and English in the appropriate register.
Liaison interpreting
At the end of the course, students will be able to understand how liaison interpretation works in diplomatic or trade missions and to provide high-level liaison interpretation in French and English in the appropriate register.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
In-depth understanding of the different types of English (British, American, and others...). Strong command of the French language. In-depth understanding and command of English (passive and active).
Advanced level in note taking.
French-English consecutive interpretation II
In-depth understanding of the different types of English (British, American, and others...). Strong command of the French language. In-depth understanding and command of English (passive and active).
Avanced level in note taking.
Liaison interpreting
In-depth understanding of the different types of English (British, American, and others...). Strong command of the French language. In-depth understanding and command of English (passive and active).
Advanced level in note taking.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Students are required to regularly follow subjects of general interest and current affairs through the different media (TV, Internet, press in French and English), as well as study the vocabulary and terminology of different fields at home. Simulation of missions and liaison interpreting scenarios in class and when possible in real life situations. Comments on the individual performance of the students.
French-English consecutive interpretation II
Students are required to regularly follow subjects of general interest and current affairs through the different media (TV, Internet, press in French and English), as well as study the vocabulary and terminology of different fields at home. Simulation of missions and liaison interpreting scenarios in class and when possible in real life situations. Comments on the individual performance of the students. Simulation of online events also possible.
Liaison interpreting
Students are required to regularly follow subjects of general interest and current affairs through the different media (TV, Internet, press in French and English), as well as study the vocabulary and terminology of different fields at home. Simulation of missions and liaison interpreting scenarios in class and when possible in real life situations. Comments on the individual performance of the students.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Hybrid. Compulsory face-to-face lessons taught in the interpreting room at Rue de Pitteurs 20. Some lessons will also be taught remotely. This will be an opportunity for the students to get used to working online. Some lessons could take place outdoors to simulate group visits with interpretation.
French-English consecutive interpretation II
Blended learning
Additional information:
Face-to- Face. Compulsory course given in the interpreting room at Rue de Pitteurs 20.
Lessons may be taught at remote locations.
Lessons may also be taught online.
Liaison interpreting
Face-to- Face. Compulsory course given in the interpreting room at Rue de Pitteurs 20.
Recommended or required readings
The international press: Times, Newsweek, Monde diplomatique, The Economist
French and Belgian press (Le Soir ou Le Monde)
Podcasts in English.
Other texts and notes will be provided throughout the course by the teacher.
French-English consecutive interpretation II
The international press: Times, Newsweek, Courrier International, The Economist
French and Belgian press (Le Soir ou Le Monde)
Podcasts in English.
Other texts and notes will be provided throughout the course by the teacher.
Liaison interpreting
The international press: Times, Newsweek, Courrier International, The Economist
French and Belgian press (Le Soir ou Le Monde)
Podcasts in English.
Other texts and notes will be provided throughout the course by the teacher.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exercises in class or real life scenarios.
Year-end work and/or an oral examination.
French-English consecutive interpretation II
Exercises in class or real life scenarios.
Year-end work and/or an oral examination.
Liaison interpreting
Exercises in class or real life scenarios.
Year-end work and/or an oral examination.
Work placement(s)
At conference or various events, according to the opportunities that may come up during the year.
French-English consecutive interpretation II
Conference or similar events, according to opportunites during the year.
Liaison interpreting
Conferences or various events according to possibilities during the year.
Organizational remarks
Dates and hours may change.
French-English consecutive interpretation II
Dates and hours may change.
Liaison interpreting
Dates and hours may change.
Contacts
Liaison: Joachim Colaris - GSM 0496 274 566 - j.colaris@gmail.com
Consecutive: Joleen Bruce - ejoleenb@gmail.com
French-English consecutive interpretation II
Joachim Colaris
GSM 0496 274 566
j.colaris@gmail.com
Liaison interpreting
Joachim Colaris
GSM 0496 274 566
j.colaris@gmail.com