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The future of the profession of a sworn translator – panel discussion
Copyright (c) 2026 Magdalena Łomzik http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Copyright (c) 2026 Artur Dariusz Kubacki, Magdalena Łomzik http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The evolution of the state examination for sworn translators from an examiner’s perspective
The article discusses the evolution of the state examination for sworn translators in Poland from an examiner’s perspective. It outlines the key stages in the development of the exam over the 20 years of operation of the Polish Act on the Profession of Sworn Translator of 25 November 2004. The opening section sketches the legal status of sworn translators before the entry into force of the above-mentioned Act and in line with its current requirements (in particular with regard to the educational requirement). The core of the article discusses the examination procedure, assessment criteria, and the reasons for the low pass rate in Poland, compared with the certification system in Austria, where the profession of sworn translator—similarly to Poland—covers both written and oral translation. The article also presents the recommendations of the ministerial expert team from 2015–2017 concerning modifications of the exam, followed by an outline of future directions proposed by the State Examination Board and aimed at adapting the certification process more effectively to the real needs of the market and to the ethical and legal requirements of the profession in light of the dynamic development of machine translation and artificial intelligence.
Copyright (c) 2026 Artur Dariusz Kubacki http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Translators’ tools offered by digital humanities: genre-related and sociolinguistic aspects
This paper focuses on significant role of digital tools in translators’ training. It is claimed that digital competences may be successfully developed, for example by working with language corpora that introduce us to markedly wider range of linguistic and extralinguistic information (context, generic profile). Presentation of specific cases is preceded by a short discussion on legal factors concerning translators’ competence requirements. It has been noted that the translation competence models has been evolving over years, which is due to changing market-related conditions and extending educational possibilities. It is also emphasised that developing digital competences in the population of translators and translation trainees constitutes a stable element of the translation competence requirement and it is stipulated by relevant legal regulations in many countries, whether explicitly or implicitly.
Copyright (c) 2026 Edyta Więcławska http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Modality in interpreting: Errors and their consequences from a legilinguistic perspective
The article addresses the issue of modality in interpreting in the legal context, focusing on its pragmatic function and impact on the accuracy and precision of this type of interpretation. Based on examination and teaching materials regarding state examinations for the profession of sworn translator and interpreter in Poland, an analysis of modal errors has been carried out, taking into account their gravity – from minor through medium to critical errors. Particular attention was given to the latter, i.e. errors leading to a distortion of the normative meaning of the statement, which may have procedural consequences. The analysis was based on existing classification models (e.g., Dzierżanowska, 1990; Hejwowski, 2004, 2009; Kubacki, 2018; Matulewska, 2018), and on selected categories of the MQM (Multidimensional Quality Metrics) framework. The results indicate that modal errors are often the result of misinterpretation of the function of the statement and the attitude of the issuer. In conclusion, the authors make educational proposals, emphasizing the importance of developing pragmatic competence as a key element of the professional preparation of sworn translators and interpreters.
Copyright (c) 2026 Marek Kuźniak, Bolesław Cieślik http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Comments on the functioning of the model of professional liability of sworn translators and interpreters in Poland
Although a law governing the profession of sworn translator and interpreter has been in force in Poland for over twenty years, the system of professional liability of sworn translators and interpreters requires urgent structural reforms. This article presents the dysfunctions of the current model that negatively affect the reliability, predictability, and impartiality of disciplinary proceedings, resulting from the author’s experience as an advocate before the Professional Liability Committee and as a sworn translator and interpreter. In addition, proposals for amendments concerning the functioning of the Professional Liability Committee have been made, with the aim of strengthening the prestige of the profession of sworn translator and interpreter, and ensuring more effective legal protection for those pursuing this profession.
Copyright (c) 2026 Paweł Gugała http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Preparation for the German sworn translator examination in Poland over the past 20 years: a survey study
The aim of this article is to analyse methods of preparation for the sworn translator and interpreter examination in German in Poland between 2005 and 2025, as well as to assess the availability and forms of educational support for candidates, with particular emphasis on the development of training for prospective entrants to the profession. The study was conducted in the form of a survey among 35 sworn translators and candidates, collecting data on applied learning strategies, learning materials used, and professional experience. The results indicate that the predominant methods of preparation were self-study and professional practice, while the period 2016–2025 saws an increase in participation in online courses and webinars, as well as preparation under the supervision of experienced translators and interpreters. The analysis also reveals changes in the availability and diversity of educational opportunities during the period studied.
Copyright (c) 2026 Beata Podlaska & Magdalena Łomzik http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Artificial Intelligence versus candidates: Could AI pass the examination for sworn translators?
Candidates taking the examination for sworn translators in Poland are not permitted to use computers or the internet. Only in the written part may they consult paper dictionaries and encyclopaedias. Artificial intelligence is therefore not an option. If, however, it were allowed, would passing the written examination become trivially easy and take only a few minutes instead of four hours, given that this is roughly the time AI typically needs to translate four texts totalling about 7,000 characters including spaces? This article discusses the results achieved by an AI system when translating one of the texts from the examination for sworn translators of English. The errors it made are compared with those made by human candidates in order to determine the current level of AI translation competence in relation to that of candidates and to assess whether it would have any chance of achieving a pass. The results indicate that the AI translation surpasses that of many candidates in terms of both linguistic and content accuracy, and that this translation would highly likely be approved by the examination board.
Copyright (c) 2026 Jan Gościński http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0