Module manager: Cyril Joyce
Email: smlcj@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2025/26
MODL5370, MODL5371, MODL5372, MODL5373, MODL5375, MODL5376
This module is not approved as an Elective
Building on the consecutive interpreting skills acquired in semester 1, this module is intended to provide guided advanced consecutive interpreting practice in Language 2. Language-pair specific practice with more complex speeches relevant to "Topics of the Week" is conducted in the sessions in a progressive manner in order to improve students' consecutive interpreting competence to a higher level. This module is available to students on the ACC pathway of Interpreting Studies programmes. 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 further 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, perform effectively to an audience, while under intense cognitive load.
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 of a speech which is considered to be challenging to professionals
LO2 Use note-taking to recall information accurately and make effective use of note-taking when delivering the interpretation, when interpreting a speech which is considered to be challenging to professionals
LO3 Structure and present information accurately, coherently and fluently in the target language when interpreting a speech which is considered to be challenging to professionals
LO4 Demonstrate broad knowledge in politics, business and current affairs; 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 Reflection, critical thinking, and understanding priorities for making interpreting decisions. Use presentation and time management skills
L07 Employ creativity in solving time management issues and translation problems. Use clear, concise, and focused communication under pressure
LO8 Demonstrate improved knowledge of source and target language in different domains, when interpreting a speech considered to be challenging to professionals. improved knowledge of source and target language
During the practical sessions, emphasis will be placed on intensive practice of advanced consecutive interpreting which will involve the use of authentic materials on a variety of topics relevant to "Topics of the Week", as well as live and/or pre-recorded speeches. 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 | 9 | 9 | 36 |
| Private study hours | 114 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 36 | ||
| 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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