Overview

Objectives

  • Acquire the fundamental skillset required to successfully train simultaneous interpreters

Audience

Professional interpreters wanting to develop a comprehensive understanding of the simultaneous interpreting process in order to train the next generation of simultaneous interpreters using systematic teaching methods

Programme

Participants will complete a two-week self-taught module on Cognitive Task Analysis in their own time prior to the start of classes.

The four thematic modules provide a solid grounding in the skill-and-task analysis for simultaneous interpreting, cover the sequencing of training materials based on an incremental approach, convey the underlying principles of working with text, and focus on the diagnosis of recurring problems including the development of targeted solutions.

  • Fundamentals of Cognitive Task Analysis (self-taught)
  • Tasks and skills in Simultaneous Interpreting
  • Sequencing and planning in Simultaneous Interpreting
  • Working with text in Simultaneous Interpreting
  • Problems and remedies in Simultaneous Interpreting

Registration

Registration deadline

1 December 2026

Fees:

CHF 4'000.-

Admission criteria

Formal simultaneous interpreter training plus a minimum of five years professional experience as simultaneous interpreter (exceptions may be granted upon request).

Application File

  • Copy of identity document or passport
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Cover letter
  • Proof of formal interpreter training
  • Proof of professional experience

Cancellation Policy

Any withdrawal before the start of the programme will incur an administration fee of CHF 400.-. Fees will be payable in full once the course has begun.


Curriculum

Period

March 2027 - December 2027

Credits

16 ECTS credits

Director(s)

Prof. Kilian SEEBER, Faculty of Translation and Interpreting (FTI), University of Geneva

Coordinator(s)

Joëlle FRETZ, Université de Genève

Steering committee

Director

  • Prof. Kilian G. SEEBER, FTI, University of Geneva   

Members

  • Dr. Manuela MOTTA, FTI, University of Geneva   
  • Dr. Conor MARTIN, FTI, University of Geneva   
  • Gillian MISENER, FTI, University of Geneva   
  • Amanda FORSYTHE, FTI, University of Geneva   

Scientific committee

  • Prof. Lucia Ruiz ROSENDO, Department Director, FTI, University of Geneva 
  • Dr. Rhona AMOS, Research and Teaching Fellow, FTI,  University of Geneva 
  • Dr. Rachel HERRING, FTI, University of Geneva 

Contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals