Module manager: Cyril Joyce
Email: smlcj@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2025/26
MODLD5360, MODL5361M, MODL5362M, MODL5363M, MODL5365M, MODL5366M
This module is not approved as an Elective
Consecutive interpreting is a major mode of interpreting commonly used in various settings. This module is designed to provide focused training in consecutive interpreting. Language-pair specific practice relevant to "Topics of the Week" is conducted in the sessions in a progressive manner in order to consolidate students' consecutive interpreting skills and techniques. Please note this is an optional module and runs subject to enrolments. If a low number of students choose this module, then the module may not run and you may be asked to choose another module.
This module develops the concentration, analysis and recall skills essential to effective interpreting in the consecutive mode. This will be achieved through a focus on techniques specific to this mode, such as active listening and note-taking. The aim is to support students in being able to express the speaker's original structure and intentions in a clear, natural and articulate way in the target language.
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:
LO1 Comprehend, analyse and synthesise information in the source language;
LO2 Use note-taking to recall information accurately and make effective use of note-taking;
LO3 Structure and present information accurately, coherently and fluently in the target language;
LO4 Demonstrate broad knowledge in politics, business and current affairs, as necessary for professional preparedness;
LO5 Perform effectively in a high intensity professional environment.
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:
LO6 Reflect and critically analyse priorities for making decisions;
LO7 Employ creativity in solving time management issues and problems;
LO8. Technical: Demonstrate improved knowledge of source and target language in different domains.
Practical sessions in the University's interpreting facilities will focus on practising and consolidating fundamental consecutive interpreting skills such as active listening, analytical and presentation skills, speech preparation and making, note-taking, as well as reformulation techniques. Students will also develop the ability to summarise relatively long and dense speeches. Guidance on key themes/skills of interpreting (e.g. quality; professional bodies; international organisations; interpreting in different settings; terminology preparation) will also be given. Additional virtual classes may be arranged in cooperation with partner universities and international institutions such as the European Commission depending on their availability.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practical | 8 | 4 | 32 |
| Private study hours | 118 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 32 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150 | ||
- Progress in professional competence will be monitored throughout the semester through regular/oral feedback on student performances in class.
- Written summative feedback from module tutors will be provided for the assessments.
There is no reading list for this module
Last updated: 30/04/2025
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