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Course unit, curriculum year 2020–2021
MVKTU001

Introduction Into Interpreting: Processes and Tools, 5 cr

Tampere University
Teaching periods
Active in period 1 (1.8.2020–18.10.2020)
Active in period 2 (19.10.2020–31.12.2020)
Course code
MVKTU001
Language of instruction
Finnish
Academic year
2020–2021
Level of study
Advanced studies
Grading scale
General scale, 0-5
Persons responsible
Responsible teacher:
Anu Viljanmaa
Responsible organisation
Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences 100 %

This course examines the entire interpreting process from preparation to using feedback to development needs (time management and pricing, preparing; coping and personal well-being). It also covers interpreting as a communicative situation (performance and voice control, communicative context and interaction, control of the situation); interpreting techniques (note-taking techniques, prima vista interpreting).

Learning outcomes
Studies that include this course
Completion option 1

Participation in teaching

07.09.2020 06.12.2020
Active in period 1 (1.8.2020–18.10.2020)
Active in period 2 (19.10.2020–31.12.2020)