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2009 Course Handbook

TRAN838: Auslan Interpreting in Legal Settings

The aim of this unit is to provide Auslan interpreting students with the opportunity to discuss and practice advanced interpreting skills in one specialised area of community interpreting, that is, legal interpreting. Students will analyse the complex linguistic, cultural and ethical challenges of interpreting in legal settings, with consideration given to a range of issues. Students will explore the theoretical foundations of the law. Legal terminology and roles of various participants in the legal system, as well as interpretation issues faced specifically by Auslan interpreters.

Credit Points:2
Contact Hours:--
When Offered: 2010 - offered in 2010
Staff Contact: Dr Jemina Napier
Prerequisites:

TRAN822

Corequisites:

NCCWs:

Unit Designations: --
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Faculty of Human Sciences

Recent Updates

17 Oct 2008 - EDUC80P

Program title amended