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Auslan Interpreting in Legal Settings - TRAN886

The aim of this unit is to provide Auslan-English interpreting students with the opportunity to discuss and practice advanced interpreting skills in the specialised area of legal interpreting. Students will analyse the complex linguistic, cultural and ethical challenges of interpreting in legal settings. Students will explore theoretical and practical aspects of the legal system in Australia, legal terminology, the roles of various participants in the legal system, and specific interpretation issues faced by Auslan practitioners.

Credit Points: 4
When Offered:

2016 - Next offered in 2016

Staff Contact(s): Ms Della Goswell, Ms Yan Qian
Prerequisites:

TRAN869 Prerequisite Information

Corequisites:

NCCW(s): TRAN838
Unit Designation(s):
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Department of Linguistics

Faculty of Human Sciences

Timetable Information

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