The program aims to train sign language interpreters to work in intercultural settings with multiple signed and spoken languages. The program is intended for sign language interpreters who have several years of experience in interpreting in their national sign language and who would like to further their knowledge and skills to interpret in multilingual settings with their national sign language, International Sign (IS) and English (and optional with Italian Sign Language (LIS) and/or Italian).

The program is designed for current interpreter and translation practitioners to acquire further competences by doing, through language immersion and intensive practice, enabling the student to acquire the language skills and professional practices in combination with a solid theoretical foundation. In addition, students discuss and learn how to apply academic research findings to their practice. Towards the end of the program, each student will also carry out a small research study.

The modules are taught in either Italian Sign Language (LIS), International Sign (IS), and English, or a combination thereof. The program takes place during three semesters. Each semester contains two times one-week on-site attendance, multiple remote courses, and online seminars. In the third semester students will have an opportunity to apply their acquired skills in practice in various internship and mentoring opportunities.The third semester will conclude with a public seminar where students present and apply their acquired skills as a practisearcher, interpreter and/or translator to a wider audience.