Overview
Qualified medical interpreters and translators are in high demand and this programme will give you the expert knowledge and practical experience you need to take the CIoL DPSI examination. DPSI holders can apply to register on the National Register of Public Service Interpreters (NRPSI).
The Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI) - Health offered at Middlesex University course highlights:
- Programme taught by practising experts in Medical Interpreting and Translation who have extensive experience of preparing students for the DPSI exams.
- Large database of past DPSI exam papers (all languages) are available for your study.
- All DPSI languages are catered for (subject to a minimum enrolment on programme).
- We are proud to be a CIoLHE Language Partner.
Programme Structure
Course include:
- Through a mix of taught sessions, self-study, interactive activities and research and reflection, you’ll gain the essential training you need to take the CIoL DPSI exam.
- You’ll learn to work collaboratively using our e-learning technologies.
- Additionally, you’ll get the flexibility to tailor your studies to your preferred language combinations.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Public Health View 117 other Short Courses in Public Health in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
QualificationsEssential:
- Native or near-native language proficiency in English and your Other Language (spoken and written).
- Ability to commit a minimum of 10 hours per week to study and research.
- Successful interview with programme leader.
- Level 3 Community Interpreting.
- Prior experience in interpreting and/or translation (any field).
- English language and/or other language qualifications.
Tuition Fee
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International
1700 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1700 GBP for the full programme during 4 months. -
National
1700 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1700 GBP for the full programme during 4 months.