The Ethics of Interpreting
| Course Code: | TRA1001 |
| Mode of Delivery: | Online |
| Cost: | €800 |
| Duration: | 11 weeks |
| Next Intake: | 19th January 2026 |
| NFQ Level: | 9 |
| ECTS Credit Points: | 5 |
| Contact: | mary.phelan@dcu.ie |
The Ethics of Interpreting covers ethics in all settings including healthcare, legal interpreting in garda stations and courts, social protection and international protection. Students will have the opportunity to share their experiences of how they have dealt with real life ethical dilemmas and to learn about best practice approaches and codes of ethics. The end of course assessment will be an academic essay. This course will be taught online on Monday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. over eleven weeks from 19th January 2026.
- 100% online
- 100% continuous assessment
- Closing date for applications 15 December 2025
- Applicants should hold at least the equivalent of a 2 (ii) undergraduate degree in any discipline
Please Note: Applicants may not apply to take more than 30 credits of micro-credentials.
Applicants should hold at least the equivalent of a 2.2 undergraduate degree in any discipline
When you apply, you will need to provide the following documents:
(1) A scanned copy of your passport
(2) Academic Transcripts for each and every year of study with English translation, if applicable
(3) If applicable, applicants must provide evidence of competence in the English language as per DCU entry requirements. Please see this link for details.
For information on how to apply for this micro-credential, please visit our Application Guide
There is no availability for a deferred entry onto a micro-credential.
For academic queries about the programme please contact: mary.phelan@dcu.ie