About

In conjunction with the Liaison Interpreting Theory and Practice, this Liaison Interpreting Contexts (Social Systems, Culture and Ethics) micro-credential at Unitec Institute of Technology will develop the practical introductory skills you need to work effectively as a liaison interpreter in the community and some specialised settings.

Overview

About the course

Working as a professional interpreter, it’s your job to bridge the language gap. To do this effectively, you must understand the social systems, culture and ethics that impact communication in different settings to conduct your work appropriately, confidentially, and professionally.

Our Liaison Interpreting Contexts (Social Systems, Culture and Ethics) micro-credential at Unitec Institute of Technology micro-credential is designed to be condensed in format and timeframe, giving you the introductory skills you need to move into the workplace quickly.

Programme Structure

Topics covered include:

Interpreting needs of migrants, refugees, and tourists
The interpreting code of ethics
Interpersonal communication including non-verbal communication
New Zealand government and community agencies including legal and healthcare systems
Terminology (generic systems and processes vocabulary) relevant to community, medical, legal and business settings
The role of the interpreter in Aotearoa: how the Professional Code of Practice is applied to interpreting events and critically review principles governing the conduct of the interpreter – especially in medical and legal settings

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 4 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-07-22 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-02-26 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Translation & Interpreting Ethics

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

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Other requirements

General requirements

To enter this programme, you’ll need the following:

Minimum four years of secondary education or equivalent, and;
18 years old on your first day of study

As part of your application, you’ll also need to provide evidence that demonstrates your proficiency in a Language other than English (LOTE). This could include:

Evidence you completed high school in a LOTE as the language of instruction, or;
Have a degree in a LOTE as a major, or;
Provide two (verified) reference letters from your community or someone of standing from an educational institution who speaks your LOTE.

Tuition Fee

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International

4976 NZD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4976 NZD for the full programme during 4 months.
National

1530 NZD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1530 NZD for the full programme during 4 months.

Living costs for Auckland

1400 - 2200 NZD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Liaison Interpreting Contexts (Social Systems, Culture and Ethics)