Certificate in Principles and Techniques of Translation (English/Spanish)
STARTS IN:
September 11
ADMISSIONS:
CLOSED
Language of instruction:
English/Spanish
DURATION:
One Academic Year
Course Code:
PTrans 001
Schedule (AST):
Tue. 7:30pm – 8:30pm Fri. 7:30pm – 8:30pm & Sat. 10:00am – 12:00pm
The online Certificate in Principles and Techniques of Translation (English/Spanish) is suited for students with a superior proficiency at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) in both the foreign language and the mother tongue. In terms of language acquisition, this course will enable students with a theoretical background as they acquire the high level skills necessary to practise as professional translators. Students will be underpinned by an understanding of translation theories and debates. The programme offers the opportunity to acquire a certification that demonstrates the ability to work in languages, which will also assist those who want to use their written skills in international organisations worldwide.
Following successful completion of the programme, students will be awarded the Advanced Certificate in Translation by the Caribbean School of Languages. Due to the simillarities in content and level, the holders of the said certificate may be eligible sit external examinations leading to the Certificate in Translation (BA level) of Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL – UK).
The CIOL Qualifications Level 6 Certificate in Translation (CertTrans) is aligned to the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) at Level 6 and shares equivalencies to degrees and other UK qualifications at this level. The qualification is also a step towards the CIOL Qualifications Level 7 Diploma in Translation (DipTrans) programme which is at Masters level and the widely recognised “gold standard” for professional translators worldwide.
The CIOL Qualifications Level 6 Certificate in Translation (CertTrans) provides benchmark evidence of professional and practical translation skills and knowledge.
Additional Information:
For English Speakers:
- Successful completion of the Certificate of Proficiency in Spanish for International Communication (C1); OR DELE Diploma at C1 not more than a year old
- IELTS (Academic) certificate band 7.5 in each skill not more than a year old
- Official High School diploma, college, university diploma or degree
- Curriculum Vitae and cover letter in Spanish and in English
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For Spanish Speakers and Other Languages:
- Certificate in Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) level C1, OR IELTS (Academic) band 7.5 in each skill, OR TOEFL score 98 not more than a year old
- Pass the internal DELE C1 entrance test
- Official High School diploma, college, university diploma or degree
- Curriculum Vitae and cover letter in Spanish and in English
This is a self-funded programme meaning the programme is not GATE funded. Listed prices are valid for applications received between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023.
- Registration Fee: TT$400 – US$70 (nonrefundable)
- Late Registration Fee: TT$200 – US$35 (nonrefundable)
- Administrative Fee: TT$60 – US$15 (nonrefundable)
- CIOL Exam Fees: TBA (per test unit)
- Centre Exam Fees: TBA
Tuition Fees
- Domestic Students: TT$ 5,420 monthly | TT$ 15,990 per term
- International Students: US$ 910 monthly | US$ 2,695 per term
NOTE: Tuition fees do not include course materials, the external examinations, fees for supplementary exams and repeats, equipment, printing, trips, professional body fees, etc.The programme is made up of three units:
| Units | Core / Option | Content |
| Unit 01: General Translation Skills | Core | This unit focuses on written translation of a text of about 500 words. Candidates will translate the text into their target language, to a high standard of accuracy, demonstrating necessary translation skills with the aim of producing a target language text that is accurate, grammatically sound and well organised. |
Unit 02: Business and Commercial Translation Skills | Option | This unit focuses on written translation of a text of about 300 words. In this unit candidates will demonstrate an awareness of business and commercial contexts, using their translation skills to produce a text in their target language with clear evidence of comprehension and accuracy as well as being grammatically sound and well suited to the business or commercial context. |
| Unit 03: Government and Public Service Translation Skills | Option | This unit focuses on written translation of a text of about 300 words. In addition to accuracy, translation of government, public service texts and public affairs documents such as official statements, policy documents, discussion papers, reports and announcements require the translator to consider the social, political and cultural context of the text. In this unit candidates will demonstrate an awareness of government and public service contexts to produce a translation with clear evidence of comprehension and accuracy as well as being grammatically sound and well organised within context. |
- There are 12 weeks per Term.
- The mandatory core unit and one mandatory option unit must be achieved to be awarded the Advanced Certificate in Translation.
- Successful completion of this programme is a prerequisite for admission to our Advanced Certificate in Translation programme.
- The semi-specialised units in the mandatory options provide an opportunity to demonstrate applied translation within specific contexts, as listed above. Each unit is both challenging and rewarding.
Assessments typically fall into six broad categories:
- Individualand group presentations;
- Translation portfolio;
- Translation project and commentary;
- Written exams;
- Coursework and;
- Independent study: This may include preparation for classes, completion of assessment tasks, or revision.
Certificates of Completion and Transcripts are prerequisites for the Advanced Certificate in Translation programme and will be considered as such for a period of one (1) year. After a year has elapsed, students may have to take a placement test to move forward.
Start Dates (New & Continuing Students)
| Start Date | End Date |
| 9-Jan-23 | 01-Dec-23 |
| 11-Sep-23 | 28-Jun-24 |
Placement tests
Payment Options
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