ELIT316 Consecutive and Simultaneous Interpreting
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English Language and Literature
Emina Jelešković
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The course offers students the study and practice of consecutive and simultaneous interpretation. Students will learn terminology, concepts, skills, approaches and techniques of interpreting. They will develop skills necessary for consecutive and simultaneous interpretation and have an opportunity to apply those skills in the practice of interpretation. The skills to be developed and improved include the following: listening skills, note-taking, use of cognitive complements, clear expression of ideas, transcoding where applicable, etc. The modes of interpreting will be sequential to ensure students' progress from consecutive to simultaneous interpreting.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
1. Gillies, A. (2019). Consecutive interpreting: A short course. Routledge. 2. Setton, R. & Dawrant, A. (2016). Conference Interpreting_A Complete Course. John Benjamins Pub. Co.
Additional Literature
A selection of texts, articles, book chapters and speeches.Teaching Methods
Lectures
Interpreting assignments
Peer review
Class discussions
Consecutive and simultaneous interpretation practice
Reflection
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the course: the syllabus overview | The syllabus |
| 2 | The interpreter's job; Consecutive interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources |
| 3 | Different modes of interpreting; Consecutive interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources |
| 4 | Listening; Note taking; Consecutive interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources |
| 5 | Interpreter's professionalism and ethics, Consecutive interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources |
| 6 | Consecutive interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources |
| 7 | Midterm exam | |
| 8 | Initiation to interpreting; Simultaneous interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources |
| 9 | Simultaneous interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources |
| 10 | Professional conduct, ethics and standards; Simultaneous interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources |
| 11 | Simultaneous interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sorces |
| 12 | Competence for the real world; Simultaneos interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources |
| 13 | Consecutive and simultaneous interpreting practice | Variety of sources |
| 14 | Consecutive and simultaneous intepreting practice | Variety of sources |
| 15 | Consecutive and simultaneous interpreting practice | Variety of sources |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELIT316.1 | Course | Thursday 12:00 - 14:50 | B F2.27 Creative Writing and Translation Studio | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 12:00 - 15:00 | B F1.34 | |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 12:00 | B F1.34 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Consecutive interpreting assignments
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 4 5
Simultaneous interpreting assignments
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 4 5
Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Home study/Revision
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 h)
Final exam study
21 hours ⏳ (3 week × 7 h)
In-term exam study
21 hours ⏳ (3 week × 7 h)
Assignments
22 hours ⏳ (11 week × 2 h)
Presentation
11 hours ⏳ (11 week × 1 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ELIT316] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| ELIT316 | Consecutive and Simultaneous Interpreting | 2 | 1 | 6 | Thursdays 12:00-14:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Emina Jelešković | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Wednesday: 12:00-15:00 Thursday: 10:00-12:00 |
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| ejeleskovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Hilal Sekmen | Assistant E-mail | hsekmen-ferhatovic@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | The course offers students the study and practice of consecutive and simultaneous interpretation. Students will learn terminology, concepts, skills, approaches and techniques of interpreting. They will develop skills necessary for consecutive and simultaneous interpretation and have an opportunity to apply those skills in the practice of interpretation. The skills to be developed and improved include the following: listening skills, note-taking, use of cognitive complements, clear expression of ideas, transcoding where applicable, etc. The modes of interpreting will be sequential to ensure students' progress from consecutive to simultaneous interpreting. | |||||||||
| Textbook | 1. Gillies, A. (2019). Consecutive interpreting: A short course. Routledge. 2. Setton, R. & Dawrant, A. (2016). Conference Interpreting_A Complete Course. John Benjamins Pub. Co. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lectures, interpreting assignments, peer review, class discussions, consecutive and simultaneous interpretation practice, reflection | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to the course: the syllabus overview | The syllabus | ||||||||
| Week 2 | The interpreter's job; Consecutive interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Different modes of interpreting; Consecutive interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Listening; Note taking; Consecutive interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Interpreter's professionalism and ethics, Consecutive interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Consecutive interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Midterm exam | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Initiation to interpreting; Simultaneous interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Simultaneous interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Professional conduct, ethics and standards; Simultaneous interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Simultaneous interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sorces | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Competence for the real world; Simultaneos interpreting techniques and practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Consecutive and simultaneous interpreting practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Consecutive and simultaneous intepreting practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Consecutive and simultaneous interpreting practice | Variety of sources | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 35 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 35 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Consecutive interpreting assignments | 2 | 10 | 2, 3, 4, 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Simultaneous interpreting assignments | 2 | 10 | 2, 3, 4, 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation | 1 | 10 | 1, 2, 4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Home study/Revision | 2 | 15 | 30 | |||
| Final exam study | 7 | 3 | 21 | In-term exam study | 7 | 3 | 21 | |||
| Assignments | 2 | 11 | 22 | Presentation | 1 | 11 | 11 | |||
| 0 | 0 | |||||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 26/02/2026 | |||||||||