Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Linguistic skills - Apply knowledge of languages specific to translation or interpretation
• Master the French language at level C2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
• Master the foreign languages at level C2 in reading and listening, and level C1 in writing and speaking.
• Transmit a message expressed in another language, orally or in writing, all the while respecting the intention, the target audience, the linguistic register and the objectives of the original language and message.
• (Inter)cultural skills - Use intercultural knowledge which is useful for understanding, analysing and contextualising translation activities.
• Be able to recognise the socio-cultural components underlying an oral or written text.
• Thematic expertise - Develop and apply subject knowledge relating to the fields in which the activity of translation or interpretation is practised.
• Identify what information and documentation is required.
• Master the strategies, tools and techniques needed for carrying out documentary or terminological research.
• Recognise when and know how to consult an expert.
• Cognitive skills - Understand theoretical knowledge specific to translation and interpretation, apply it to professional practice and develop it independently.
• Develop the necessary analytical and synthesis faculties to be able to understand and work on complex texts.
• Develop knowledge and skills autonomously, particularly in terms of researching new theoretical approaches and tools in the field, with the aim of improving professional skills.
• Ethical and professional skills - Master the professional context of an interpretation.
• Respect the ethical conventions of the profession, particularly with regard to confidentiality, and accepting only those contracts that one is able to honour.
• Show good self-control including a professional degree of tact.
• Show their ability and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Develop the ability to self-evaluate with a critical eye, in order to continually progress.
• Interpersonal and communication skills - Use and develop communication skills.
• Exercise their abilities to communicate and comprehend effectively.
• Capture the essence of a message in its original context and render it faithfully in another language.
• Be willing and ready to adapt to new and varied communication situations and environments; be flexible.

Learning Outcomes of UE

At the end of the internship, students will be able to:
- Rapidly integrate into the professional translation or interpretation environment;
- Put the linguistic, cultural, technological and professional skills they have acquired to use;
- Continually strive to extend their expertise in the specific domain;
- Use their communication and relational skills to continue learning while acquiring experience;
- Apply their cognitive skills in order to analyze and improve their knowledge and performance.

Content of UE

Internship in a national, international or regional institution or other organization where interpretation, translation or other linguistic and cultural mediation is a structured and essential activity.
 

Prior Experience

Mastery of the languages in common usage in the work environment at level C2 (re: mother tongue) of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages or at level C1 (re: non-mother tongue(s)) at least of the same Framework.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

• Presentation and/or works

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

In accordance with the Internship Agreement.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Presentation and/or works

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

In accordance with the Internship Agreement.