Master of Translation and Interpreting Studies (Advanced)
Master of Translation and Interpreting Studies (Advanced)
Summary Translation and interpreting is just as much an art as it is a skill. Professionals are proficient bilinguals who love languages and cultures, who possess excellent writing and public speaking skills, and who are meticulous down to the tiniest details. They are talented at transforming expressions, colloquialisms and other…
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Summary
Translation and interpreting is just as much an art as it is a skill. Professionals are proficient bilinguals who love languages and cultures, who possess excellent writing and public speaking skills, and who are meticulous down to the tiniest details. They are talented at transforming expressions, colloquialisms and other culturally specific references into statements their audience will understand.
The Master of Translation and Interpreting Studies (Advanced) allows you to achieve greater depth in either translation or interpreting – or in both disciplines – than the Master of Translation and Interpreting Studies. You’ll have the opportunity to take electives in areas such as specialised translation and interpreting in medical, legal and business settings. This degree allows you to study in the following languages paired with English: Chinese (Mandarin), French, Japanese, Korean and Spanish.
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. Study this degree in one of several languages paired with English
Hone your skills in Chinese (Mandarin), French, Japanese, Korean and Spanish. Other languages may be offered depending on demand. 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. Sit relevant NAATI interpreting certification tests
To be eligible to sit the tests, you must start your degree full-time in Session 1 to complete the four required units.
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.
