Graduate Diploma of Translating and Interpreting
Graduate Diploma of Translating and Interpreting
Summary Are you proficient in more than one language in addition to English? Do you have fantastic writing and public speaking skills? Are you passionate about different languages and cultures? If so, a career in the dynamic field of translating and interpreting may be for you. The Graduate Diploma of…
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Summary
Are you proficient in more than one language in addition to English? Do you have fantastic writing and public speaking skills? Are you passionate about different languages and cultures? If so, a career in the dynamic field of translating and interpreting may be for you.
The Graduate Diploma of Translating and Interpreting is designed to meet the needs of proficient bilinguals who wish to work as professional translators and interpreters. You’ll acquire the skills and knowledge required to perform translating and interpreting in a range of institutional settings common to community and commercial translating and interpreting practice in Australia and overseas. The course is offered in the following languages paired with English: Chinese (Mandarin), French, Japanese, Korean and Spanish. Other languages may be offered depending on demand.
Key features
Blend classroom learning and practical work to be career-ready
Acquire theoretical knowledge alongside the practical skills relevant to translation and interpreting practice. Choose from two specialisations and get NAATI certified
Undertake a translation-only or a translation and interpreting specialisation and prepare yourself for NAATI-certification tests. Enhance your learning with industry-standard technology
Study in translation and interpreting labs with the most up-to-date equipment, and language learning and translation software. Get the required academic background for further postgrad study
Acquire relevant knowledge for master-level study in translation and interpreting and conference interpreting.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Translator and interpreter
Employers
Community translation and interpreting organisations
Courts and tribunals
Government agencies and departments
Hospitals
Industries with localisation and translation needs
International multilingual organisations
Medical centres and clinics
Police and law enforcement agencies
Publishing houses
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
