VOCATIONAL DIPLOMA IN INTERPRETING
The fee for this course is £695 for 2012/13
Attendance:Distance Learning
Start Date: January, April, July, October
Length of Study: 1 Year
Main Location: Distance Learning
Course Contacts (Internal Only)
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- Student Admissions (Admissions Administrator)Direct-Admissions@leedsmet.ac.uk0113 81 23700
- International Admissions (Admissions Administrator)internationaloffice@leedsmet.ac.uk0113 81 21111
Your Course
Modules
Your Future
Entry Requirements
Fees & Funding
Your Course
About Your Course
This course is designed to develop the skills and knowledge of people who are professional interpreters. It has been developed through collaboration between academic staff at Leeds Metropolitan University and experts within the Language Services industry.
It is delivered entirely online through the International School of Linguists, a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). It is aimed at all freelance or practising interpreters or linguists with the specified competence in at least two languages (one of them English) who want to develop their professional skills as Public Service Interpreters.
Success in this course will enable you to progress to the Professional Diploma in Public Service Interpreting and the Masters level Advanced Professional Diploma in Public Service Interpreting.
Benefits of studying this course
Most interpreting courses include language training or development so are restricted to people speaking specific language combinations. This Vocational Diploma in Interpreting is not language specific so can be taken by anyone with the specified competence in English and any other language(s). The course does not aim to improve your language skills directly but to develop an understanding of the underlying skills necessary to the role of a Public Service interpreter so you can undertake a wide range of interpreting assignments.
As the course is delivered online and you do not need to attend classes at the university, it is very flexible and available to linguists wherever you live. You will be allocated a personal tutor who will advise you by email or phone on how to work through the course and be successful.
As a student of Leeds Metropolitan University you will get a student card and access to a wide range of resources and services available to all our students.
This course also allows you to access SCICrec, the European Directorate General for Interpreting's innovative interpreting software.
Further information about this course can be found on the PSI related web page
It is delivered entirely online through the International School of Linguists, a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). It is aimed at all freelance or practising interpreters or linguists with the specified competence in at least two languages (one of them English) who want to develop their professional skills as Public Service Interpreters.
Success in this course will enable you to progress to the Professional Diploma in Public Service Interpreting and the Masters level Advanced Professional Diploma in Public Service Interpreting.
Benefits of studying this course
Most interpreting courses include language training or development so are restricted to people speaking specific language combinations. This Vocational Diploma in Interpreting is not language specific so can be taken by anyone with the specified competence in English and any other language(s). The course does not aim to improve your language skills directly but to develop an understanding of the underlying skills necessary to the role of a Public Service interpreter so you can undertake a wide range of interpreting assignments.
As the course is delivered online and you do not need to attend classes at the university, it is very flexible and available to linguists wherever you live. You will be allocated a personal tutor who will advise you by email or phone on how to work through the course and be successful.
As a student of Leeds Metropolitan University you will get a student card and access to a wide range of resources and services available to all our students.
This course also allows you to access SCICrec, the European Directorate General for Interpreting's innovative interpreting software.
Further information about this course can be found on the PSI related web page
Related Courses
Modules
Modules
Core modules include:
Further Professional Skills (15 credits)
Explores ethics and social skills for interpreters, as well as providing advice on administrative skills and CPD.
Public Service Interpreting Skills (15 credits)
Contains an in-depth discussion of practical techniques in face-to-face interpreting, telephone interpreting and sight translation in public service settings.
Language Skills & Cultural Knowledge for Interpreting (15 credits)
Covers language development skills to maintain high-level language competency, as well as discussing cultural issues in public service interpreting.
Please note this list is not exhaustive and modules may change from time to time.
Programme Specification
Assessment
To gain the award of Vocational Diploma in Interpreting you will need to pass online assessments for each module. The assessments normally involve either a set of multiple choice questions or you will be asked to complete written reflections explaining how you can relate the information and skills in the course to your own experience as an interpreter.
All assessments will be done online. During the course you will have opportunities to practise all these exercises and get feedback, guidance and help from your personal tutor.
All assessments will be done online. During the course you will have opportunities to practise all these exercises and get feedback, guidance and help from your personal tutor.
Your Future
Future Career
The Vocational Diploma is a combination of academic theory and on-the-job experience. You can effectively use best practices and tailored solutions for all clients' requirements helping you advance your career as a Public Service interpreter. You will be able to demonstrate that you have both the expertise and knowledge to do a highly professional job.
Attainment of this Diploma will reinforce your applications for work with language service providers, charity and council interpreting schemes and other public service interpreting bodies.
Attainment of this Diploma will reinforce your applications for work with language service providers, charity and council interpreting schemes and other public service interpreting bodies.
Jobs & Careers
We can help you make decisions on your career and recognise and develop your employability skills. We also offer an employment service with part-time student opportunities and graduate jobs. Find out more at www.leedsmet.ac.uk/careers
Entry Requirements
UK & EU Entry Requirements 2013
Attendance:Distance Learning
Distance Learning
Additional Requirements: The Vocational Diploma in Interpreting is a part time course specifically aimed at people who have the right skills and want to work as a professional Interpreter. Applicants for this course must meet the following criteria:
Through your application you must be able to demonstrate and where appropriate, provide evidence of the following;
To apply you must have the required level of proficiency in English Language plus another language.
English language skills: you must have:
* English GCSE grade C or above or equivalent:
* Key skills level 2
* Level 2 (literacy and numeracy)
* BTEC first diploma (was previously GNVQ intermediate)
* NVQ level2 or
* IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5 or equivalent
and you must have (OTHER language criteria)
* native speaker level of another language including the ability to read, write and speak the language with a full comprehension of it. This can be evidenced by
a qualification comparable to English GCSE grade C or equivalent and you must have successfully completed
* the Leeds Met Level 4 Vocational Certificate in Interpreting or
* Community Interpreting Level 1
Through your personal statement you will need to evidence the following:
* experience of working as a consecutive/liaison interpreter for at least 40 hours as a volunteer, as a freelance or as an em lo ee, which can be evidenced for example by a letter from an employer.
* Have an understanding of the procedures and background of some or all of the following activities: immigration, asylum, hospitals, police stations, courts of law, local authority services, education and employment.
* Evidence the personal skills and qualities required to study independently and work unsupervised and in situations that require sensitivity and confidentiality
However, if you have no previous interpreting qualification we will consider your application if you have 1OOhours+ of experience as paid interpreter, which can be evidenced for example by a letter from an employer.
We will also consider any additional qualifications and experiences you have.
Through your application you must be able to demonstrate and where appropriate, provide evidence of the following;
To apply you must have the required level of proficiency in English Language plus another language.
English language skills: you must have:
* English GCSE grade C or above or equivalent:
* Key skills level 2
* Level 2 (literacy and numeracy)
* BTEC first diploma (was previously GNVQ intermediate)
* NVQ level2 or
* IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5 or equivalent
and you must have (OTHER language criteria)
* native speaker level of another language including the ability to read, write and speak the language with a full comprehension of it. This can be evidenced by
a qualification comparable to English GCSE grade C or equivalent and you must have successfully completed
* the Leeds Met Level 4 Vocational Certificate in Interpreting or
* Community Interpreting Level 1
Through your personal statement you will need to evidence the following:
* experience of working as a consecutive/liaison interpreter for at least 40 hours as a volunteer, as a freelance or as an em lo ee, which can be evidenced for example by a letter from an employer.
* Have an understanding of the procedures and background of some or all of the following activities: immigration, asylum, hospitals, police stations, courts of law, local authority services, education and employment.
* Evidence the personal skills and qualities required to study independently and work unsupervised and in situations that require sensitivity and confidentiality
However, if you have no previous interpreting qualification we will consider your application if you have 1OOhours+ of experience as paid interpreter, which can be evidenced for example by a letter from an employer.
We will also consider any additional qualifications and experiences you have.
Further UK & EU Information
Advanced Diploma
We welcome applications from those studying the Advanced Diploma qualifications and will consider them as an entry requirement for our undergraduate courses. Requirements for individual courses may vary, and specific subjects and grades may be required. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.
Mature Students
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. We usually require some evidence of recent academic study, for example completion of an access course, however relevant work and life experience may also be considered.
We welcome applications from those studying the Advanced Diploma qualifications and will consider them as an entry requirement for our undergraduate courses. Requirements for individual courses may vary, and specific subjects and grades may be required. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.
Mature Students
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. We usually require some evidence of recent academic study, for example completion of an access course, however relevant work and life experience may also be considered.
International Entry Requirements 2013
Attendance:Distance Learning
Distance Learning
English Language Requirement (IELTS):The English requirement for this course is IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5 or equivalent.
Additional Requirements: The Vocational Diploma in Interpreting is a part time course specifically aimed at people who have the right skills and want to work as a professional Interpreter. Applicants for this course must meet the following criteria:
Through your application you must be able to demonstrate and where appropriate, provide evidence of the following;
To apply you must have the required level of proficiency in English Language plus another language.
English language skills: you must have:
* English GCSE grade C or above or equivalent:
* Key skills level 2
* Level 2 (literacy and numeracy)
* BTEC first diploma (was previously GNVQ intermediate)
* NVQ level2 or
* IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5 or equivalent
and you must have (OTHER language criteria)
* native speaker level of another language including the ability to read, write and speak the language with a full comprehension of it. This can be evidenced by
a qualification comparable to English GCSE grade C or equivalent and you must have successfully completed
* the Leeds Met Level 4 Vocational Certificate in Interpreting or
* Community Interpreting Level 1
Through your personal statement you will need to evidence the following:
* experience of working as a consecutive/liaison interpreter for at least 40 hours as a volunteer, as a freelance or as an em lo ee, which can be evidenced for example by a letter from an employer.
* Have an understanding of the procedures and background of some or all of the following activities: immigration, asylum, hospitals, police stations, courts of law, local authority services, education and employment.
* Evidence the personal skills and qualities required to study independently and work unsupervised and in situations that require sensitivity and confidentiality
However, if you have no previous interpreting qualification we will consider your application if you have 1OOhours+ of experience as paid interpreter, which can be evidenced for example by a letter from an employer.
We will also consider any additional qualifications and experiences you have.
Through your application you must be able to demonstrate and where appropriate, provide evidence of the following;
To apply you must have the required level of proficiency in English Language plus another language.
English language skills: you must have:
* English GCSE grade C or above or equivalent:
* Key skills level 2
* Level 2 (literacy and numeracy)
* BTEC first diploma (was previously GNVQ intermediate)
* NVQ level2 or
* IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5 or equivalent
and you must have (OTHER language criteria)
* native speaker level of another language including the ability to read, write and speak the language with a full comprehension of it. This can be evidenced by
a qualification comparable to English GCSE grade C or equivalent and you must have successfully completed
* the Leeds Met Level 4 Vocational Certificate in Interpreting or
* Community Interpreting Level 1
Through your personal statement you will need to evidence the following:
* experience of working as a consecutive/liaison interpreter for at least 40 hours as a volunteer, as a freelance or as an em lo ee, which can be evidenced for example by a letter from an employer.
* Have an understanding of the procedures and background of some or all of the following activities: immigration, asylum, hospitals, police stations, courts of law, local authority services, education and employment.
* Evidence the personal skills and qualities required to study independently and work unsupervised and in situations that require sensitivity and confidentiality
However, if you have no previous interpreting qualification we will consider your application if you have 1OOhours+ of experience as paid interpreter, which can be evidenced for example by a letter from an employer.
We will also consider any additional qualifications and experiences you have.
Further International Information
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 8.30 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 8.30 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsmet.ac.uk.
Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses click here
More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 8.30 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 8.30 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsmet.ac.uk.
Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses click here
More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.
UK & EU Entry Requirements 2012
Attendance:Distance Learning
Distance Learning
UCAS Tariff Points: We are no longer recruiting for September 2012. For entry next year please see Entry Requirements 2013. points required. (Minimum ).
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Additional Requirements: This is a part time course and we aim to admit any student over 18 years of age who is capable of benefiting from and successfully completing this programme of study in Higher Education. The award adopts in full the University Academic Principles and Regulations. To apply you must have the required level of proficiency in English plus another language but you need no other previous academic achievements to enrol on this Programme
1. Successful completion of Vocational Certificate in Interpreting
2. Your English must be either native speaker level (comparable to GCSE grade C or equivalent) or IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5 or equivalent
2. Your other language needs to be either native speaker level or degree level standard or equivalent
3. You should have the personal skills and qualities required to work unsupervised and in responsible positions
4. You should have previous experience of working as an interpreter for at least 40 hours as a volunteer, as a freelance or as an employee
We will also consider any additional qualifications and experiences you have that are not specifically named in this document.
1. Successful completion of Vocational Certificate in Interpreting
2. Your English must be either native speaker level (comparable to GCSE grade C or equivalent) or IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5 or equivalent
2. Your other language needs to be either native speaker level or degree level standard or equivalent
3. You should have the personal skills and qualities required to work unsupervised and in responsible positions
4. You should have previous experience of working as an interpreter for at least 40 hours as a volunteer, as a freelance or as an employee
We will also consider any additional qualifications and experiences you have that are not specifically named in this document.
Further UK & EU Information
Advanced Diploma
We welcome applications from those studying the Advanced Diploma qualifications and will consider them as an entry requirement for our undergraduate courses. Requirements for individual courses may vary, and specific subjects and grades may be required. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.
Mature Students
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. We usually require some evidence of recent academic study, for example completion of an access course, however relevant work and life experience may also be considered.
We welcome applications from those studying the Advanced Diploma qualifications and will consider them as an entry requirement for our undergraduate courses. Requirements for individual courses may vary, and specific subjects and grades may be required. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.
Mature Students
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. We usually require some evidence of recent academic study, for example completion of an access course, however relevant work and life experience may also be considered.
International Entry Requirements 2012
Attendance:Distance Learning
Distance Learning
English Language Requirement (IELTS):The English requirement for this course is IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5 or equivalent.
UCAS Tariff Points: We are no longer recruiting for September 2012. For entry next year please see Entry Requirements 2013. points required. (Minimum ).
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Additional Requirements: This is a part time course and we aim to admit any student over 18 years of age who is capable of benefiting from and successfully completing this programme of study in Higher Education. The award adopts in full the University Academic Principles and Regulations. To apply you must have the required level of proficiency in English plus another language but you need no other previous academic achievements to enrol on this Programme
1. Successful completion of Vocational Certificate in Interpreting
2. Your English must be either native speaker level (comparable to GCSE grade C or equivalent) or IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5 or equivalent
2. Your other language needs to be either native speaker level or degree level standard or equivalent
3. You should have the personal skills and qualities required to work unsupervised and in responsible positions
4. You should have previous experience of working as an interpreter for at least 40 hours as a volunteer, as a freelance or as an employee
We will also consider any additional qualifications and experiences you have that are not specifically named in this document.
1. Successful completion of Vocational Certificate in Interpreting
2. Your English must be either native speaker level (comparable to GCSE grade C or equivalent) or IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5 or equivalent
2. Your other language needs to be either native speaker level or degree level standard or equivalent
3. You should have the personal skills and qualities required to work unsupervised and in responsible positions
4. You should have previous experience of working as an interpreter for at least 40 hours as a volunteer, as a freelance or as an employee
We will also consider any additional qualifications and experiences you have that are not specifically named in this document.
Further International Information
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 8.30 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 8.30 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsmet.ac.uk.
Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses click here
More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 8.30 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 8.30 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsmet.ac.uk.
Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses click here
More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.
Fees & Funding
UK & EU Fees Entry 2013/14
Attendance:Distance Learning
Distance Learning
Fees for this course are not yet confirmed.
International Fees Entry 2013/14
Attendance:Distance Learning
Distance Learning
Fees for this course are not yet confirmed.
UK & EU Fees Entry 2012/13
Attendance:Distance Learning
Distance Learning
2012/13 Distance Learning, year one typically £695
Fee Information
Our University's Board of Governors has agreed to set fees at £8,500 for full-time undergraduates starting in 2012.
There are no upfront fees for students. You will only start repaying tuition fees after you have graduated and once you are earning £21,000 or more. We also know that the repayments will be fixed at 9% of salary above £21,000. Therefore for someone earning £30,000 after graduation the repayment would be £67.50 per month.
| SALARY | MONTHLY PAYMENT | |
| £25,000 | £30.00 | |
| £30,000 | £67.50 | |
| £35,000 | £105.00 | |
| £40,000 | £142.50 | |
| £45,000 | £180.00 | |
| £50,000 | £217.50 | |
| £55,000 | £255.00 | |
| £60,000 | £292.00 |
Please refer to Questions & Answers on our new fees for further information.
National Scholarship Programme
If your household income is less than £25,000 a year you may be able to find help through the new £150m National
Scholarship Programme. This is a scheme that is being introduced to help people from low income families wanting
to go to university in 2012. The government has set national eligibility criteria based on household income, and
each university has designed its own scholarship scheme with extra criteria.
For more information click here.
Changes to fees The information provided is accurate at the time of publication. Please note that all fees listed are subject to change and are likely to increase in subsequent years.
Channel Islands and the Isle of Man If you are an applicant from the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man fees may differ.
International Fees Entry 2012/13
Attendance:Distance Learning
Distance Learning
2012/13 Distance Learning, year one typically £695
The fee will be fixed at this level for each year of your course.
A scholarship of £1,500 is offered to all new full-time overseas fee paying students joining the first year of a course in 2012-13.
Only students paying the full 2012-13 overseas fee are eligible for this scholarship.
The international scholarship is awarded in the first year of study only. Please note that students joining a programme part way through
or joining a dedicated top-up course are not eligible for this scholarship.
Students studying a Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma are eligible for a pro rata scholarship of £500 and £1000 respectively.
For more information on fees, finance and discounts please visit our Financing Your Studies webpage
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