Diploma in Court Interpreting and Translation
Programme Description
The Diploma in Court Interpreting and Translation is a specialized program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required for effective interpretation and translation in legal and j...
The Diploma in Court Interpreting and Translation is a specialized program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required for effective interpretation and translation in legal and judicial settings. This programme focuses on fostering linguistic proficiency, cultural understanding, and ethical practices essential for court interpreting and translation.
Key Focus Areas:
Legal Terminology: Understanding legal concepts and terminology in multiple languages.
Courtroom Procedures: Familiarizing with the protocols and practices of judicial systems.
Interpretation Techniques: Developing skills for consecutive and simultaneous interpretation in court settings.
Translation Skills: Learning to accurately translate legal documents and texts.
Ethics and Professionalism: Emphasizing confidentiality, impartiality, and ethical standards in legal interpretation and translation.
Key Focus Areas:
Legal Terminology: Understanding legal concepts and terminology in multiple languages.
Courtroom Procedures: Familiarizing with the protocols and practices of judicial systems.
Interpretation Techniques: Developing skills for consecutive and simultaneous interpretation in court settings.
Translation Skills: Learning to accurately translate legal documents and texts.
Ethics and Professionalism: Emphasizing confidentiality, impartiality, and ethical standards in legal interpretation and translation.
Career Opportunities
With a Diploma in Court Interpreting and Translation, you have several career opportunities in the legal and language fields. Here are some potential paths:
Court Interpreter: Providing interpretation services in legal settings, such as courtrooms and legal consultations.
Legal Translator: Translating legal documents, contracts, and other legal materials.
Legal Assistant: Assisting lawyers and legal professionals with translation and interpretation tasks.
Entry Requirements
5 ‘O’ Level passes including English Language and at least 2’A’ Level passes OR a Diploma in Applied Language Studies. Experience in Court Interpreting will be an added advantage.
Humanities and Social Sciences
Languages
Dean: Dr Mbulisi Ndlovu (Acting Dean)
mndlovu@lsu.ac.zw
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Lupane State University Main Campus