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Summer Intensive Preparation for Translation and Interpretation Program (SIPTI) at The University of Granada |
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The SIPTI program is organized under the
auspices of the agreement signed between the Granada Institute
of International Studies (GRIIS) and the Universidad de Granada.
The Summer Intensive Preparation for Translation and Interpretation
(SIPTI) courses are specially designed to provide intensive
language instruction at a highly advanced level primarily
to prepare students for the rigors of graduate study at the
Graduate School of Translation and Interpretation (GSTI) at
the Monterey Institute or other T&I Schools worldwide.
The program is also ideal for language professionals and language
instructors who want to consolidate their second or third
language skills at an intense, advanced level. The course
is intended to fill the gap between traditional advanced language
programs and language enhancement for the translation and
interpretation professions. To this end, classroom activities
focus on the kinds of strategies and competencies that will
be required in GSTI (e.g., text analysis, oral and written
summarizing and paraphrasing, reading and listening comprehension,
vocabulary and glossary development, public speaking, and
accent reduction). Structural accuracy will be refined through
grammar review, and sociolinguistic competence will be targeted
through exercises in idiomatic language and cultural enhancement.
These objectives will be achieved primarily
through content-based instruction in subject areas pertinent
to the fields of translation and interpretation: politics
& law, economics & business, and science & technology.
Cultural topics of history, geography, politics, sports, and
social trends will also be covered to provide students a frame
of reference for semantic and text analysis.
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THE
UNIVERSITY OF GRANADA |
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The University of Granada was founded in
1531 by Emperor Charles V. Granada was established as a university
city, open to all peoples, cultures, creeds and ideologies.
Throughout the centuries, the University of Granada has seen
its influence grow not only in the social and cultural scene
of the city but also at the national and international levels.
Today, the University of Granada is the 3rd largest University
in Spain, and one of the principle universities in Spain and
Europe in terms of research. Its rich tradition is continually
reinforced by a firm commitment to future innovations and
quality, a combination that makes it a center for all fields
of learning.
Students attending the SIPTI program in
Granada will follow an academic program of 100 contact hours
organized as follows:
1.- Spanish
Language and Culture Module. Students
will follow an intensive Spanish Language and Culture module
of 99 contact hours taught by the program Director and faculty
members of the University of Granada and the Centro de Lenguas
Modernas. The courses are divided into the following academic
components:
Spanish Language upper level course. Students
will follow a course specially designed and solely taught
to GRIIS students, consisting of an advanced review of
Spanish Language and Grammar. The course is taught by
CLM faculty members. Classes meet daily for one hour,
for a total of 25 contact hours.
Text and Dissertation
Analysis course.- This course is administered
by the Program director exclusively for participating
students, and meets 2 hours per day (for a total of
50 contact hours). Students will analyze specific readings
related to various fields, with a significant component
of analysis of texts from daily newspapers. Students
will prepare essays and oral presentations on covered
topics (Economy & Business; Law & Politics;
Health Sciences). Students will be required to prepare
glossaries on each one of the three mentioned areas.
Monographic courses.
The course consists of 24 contact hours of monographic
classes on issues such as Spanish Economy and Business,
Political System in Spain and the European Union and
Health Sciences. These classes are taught by senior
professors from the University of Granada, and are intended
to provide students with a combination of specific topics
in every field in the context of the peculiarities of
the technical, high-register Spanish used in professional
fields. Classes will meet for 2 hours per day (Mondays
through Thursdays) during the 2nd, 3rd and 4th week
of the program.
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Tutorial
classes. In addition to the above contents,
the program director will be available to students for tutorial
classes throughout the length of the program. These classes
are aimed at polishing oral and written expression on an individual
basis, as well as reviewing the content from the courses the
student is taking.
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EXCURSIONS
AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES |
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Extracurricular activities and excursions
are designed to enrich the academic life and student´s
experience in Granada. In addition to weekly activities, an
opening reception and closing party are held.
The program director organizes orientation
sessions upon arrival in Granada as well as several activities
exclusively for GRIIS students.
Accommodation:
The program strongly recommends students to
live during their stay in Granada with selected families.
GRIIS makes the appropriate arrangements for these accommodations.
These arrangements provide students an opportunity to experience
Spanish family life and to use the language in the context
of everyday situations. The program cost covers housing in
families plus three meals a day. If students choose not to
live with families, then they will be required to make their
own housing arrangements. In that case, the housing fee will
be deducted from the total price of the program.
Travel arrangements and expenses:
Travel expenses are NOT included in the program´s
cost. Students must make their own travel arrangements.
Library and Video Library:
The CLM has a complete library geared towards
Spanish as a second language in the central classroom area.
The library has book borrowing services and a reading room.
It is complemented by a video library where Spanish films
and documentaries can be requested.
Language Laboratory:
Modern equipment for practicing Spanish is
available at the language laboratory.
Medical Insurance:
The program provides its students, free of
charge, a limited health and civil liability insurance. Health
care is provided by private hospitals and doctors. Please
inquire for a complete description of insurance coverage and
exclusions.
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EVALUATION,
GRADES AND DIPLOMAS |
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Students will receive a course completion
certificate issued by the University of Granada. In addition,
the program director will evaluate the academic performance
of students.
The program cost is 2,825 Euros payable
to Granada Institute of International Studies. Payment procedure
will be indicated upon admission.
Some U.S. Citizens and Permanent
Residents may qualify for financial aid. For detailed information,
please contact your Financial Aid office.
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Summer Intensive Preparation for Translation and Interpretation Program (SIPTI) at The University of Granada |
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