APG5169 Introduction to interpreting
Faculty of Arts
APG5169 Introduction to interpreting is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Arts, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Caulfield. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Caulfield
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before APG5169
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After APG5169
No unit lists APG5169 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Co-requisite: Must be enrolled in a Masters by coursework
Prohibition: APG5049
Overview
In this unit, you will explore two components of interpreting:
- An introduction to the history, theory and principles of interpreting, professional contexts of interpreting and research, and
- Introduction to cognitive processes involved in interpreting. The practice of meaning transfer utilising linguistic and cultural skills required in interpreting.
You will obtain the foundational skills required for interpreting through a range of teaching and learning activities, such as an introduction to note taking for interpreting, practices to improve working memory, and exercises to develop public speaking skills.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | On campus, block |
Assessment
- SimulationDemonstration30%
- SimulationDemonstration40%
- Exercise/sExercise30%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
understand and apply fundamental techniques and concepts for interpreting;
- 2
apply skills of analytic reading and listening, public speaking, memorization and note-taking for interpreting;
- 3
present and apply socio-cultural knowledge for the various domains of interpreting in Australia;
- 4
critically discuss the history of the interpreting profession, in Australia and worldwide.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops12 hours
- Tutorials12 hours
- Lectures12 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachSimulation or virtual practice
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
This unit allows you to engage in guided, immersive experiences to develop relevant skills, knowledge and attitudes through simulation or virtual practice
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Rick Qi
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Rick Qi
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for APG5169?
APG5169 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is APG5169 offered?
In 2026, APG5169 runs in Semester 1 at Caulfield.
How much work is APG5169?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does APG5169 have an exam?
No. APG5169 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.