Program Overview
The Master in Conference Interpreting program at Universidad Europea de Valencia equips students with the skills and knowledge to become professional conference interpreters. Through practical simulations and expert instruction, students gain proficiency in interpreting techniques and business aspects of the profession. The program also offers unique opportunities for developing business skills and setting up an interpreting agency. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in institutional settings, freelance interpreting, and related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master in Conference Interpreting is designed to train students to become conference interpreters, equipping them with the knowledge of all techniques and business aspects necessary to practice this profession in the institutional and private market.
- Objectives: The program aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge to:
- Become proficient in conference interpreting techniques.
- Develop a strong understanding of the business aspects of the interpreting profession.
- Learn how to set up their own translation agency.
- Gain practical experience in interpreting through real-world simulations and potential internships.
- Description: The program is highly practical and taught by renowned interpreters. Students will work in translation booths equipped with the latest technology and have the opportunity to participate in internships at the university's solidarity translation agency.
Outline:
The Master in Conference Interpreting program is structured into four main modules:
- I.
- Consecutive and Liaison Interpreting: This module prepares students to interpret in press conferences, meetings of authorities, film festivals, award ceremonies, visits, and social services. The faculty includes experienced interpreters who have worked with prominent figures like George Clooney, David Beckham, Rafa Nadal, Lewis Hamilton, Ferran Adrià, Ana Patricia Botín, Ban Ki-moon, Mijaíl Gorbachov, Margaret Thatcher, Mariano Rajoy, S.M. Juan Carlos I, and S.M. Felipe VI.
- II.
- General Simultaneous Interpreting: This module covers a wide range of disciplines, including international politics, music, architecture, hairdressing, and cosmetics. It includes an intensive week to experience working under pressure. The faculty includes interpreters from organizations like the UN, FAO, World Bank, Amazon, PepsiCo, Heineken, BMW, Repsol, Gas Natural, Ferrovial, Calvin Klein, MasterCard, Lufthansa, UEFA Champions League, Toni&Guy, Human Genome Project, and the journal Nature.
- III.
- Specialized Simultaneous Interpreting in Economics, Marketing, Social Media, and Medicine: This module focuses on specialized interpreting in specific fields. Students will gain a competitive edge by learning about mobile devices, tablets, apps, and social media. They will also receive practical training in economics and marketing from experts in product launches, corporate presentations, and board meetings. The module also covers the fundamentals of medicine, including anatomy and physiology. Students will learn about:
- Setting up their own agency, including website creation, business cards, and social media presence.
- Market analysis, including pricing, competition, associations, and niche markets.
- Administration, including budgeting, invoicing, and booth installation.
- Developing a business plan and personal brand to attract clients and conferences.
- Personal development, including voice modulation, vocal cord protection, diction, and breathing techniques.
- Public speaking skills, including oratory, nonverbal communication, stage fright, and presence.
Teaching:
- Methods: The program emphasizes practical learning through real-world simulations and potential internships. Students will work in translation booths equipped with the latest technology.
- Faculty: The program is taught by renowned interpreters with extensive experience in various fields.
- Unique Approaches: The program includes a focus on developing business skills and setting up an interpreting agency.
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths: Graduates of the Master in Conference Interpreting program can pursue careers in:
- Institutional settings: Working as interpreters for international organizations like the UN and its agencies (European Commission, European Parliament, Court of Justice of the European Union).
- Freelance interpreting: Working for both public and private sectors in conferences, press conferences, international fairs, events, etc.
- Opportunities: The program provides students with the skills and knowledge to work in a variety of settings, including:
- International organizations
- Government agencies
- Private companies
- Non-profit organizations
- Outcomes: Graduates of the program are well-prepared to:
- Work as professional conference interpreters
- Set up their own interpreting agencies
- Pursue careers in related fields, such as translation, language teaching, and international relations
Other:
- Program Duration: 10 months
- ECTS Credits: 60
- Language of Instruction: Spanish
- Location: Valencia
- Title Awarded: Master's Degree in Conference Interpreting
- Awarded by: Universidad Europea de Valencia
- Program Type: Own Title
- Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences
- Program Start Date: October 18, 2024
- Program Availability: Presencial (in-person)