Master of Arts Translation and Interpreting Studies
This course provides both practical and theoretical training in interpreting and translation. It aims to equip students with knowledge of the theoretical aspects that underpin interpreting and translation, including linguistics, and with the research techniques necessary to conduct a small research project in the area of interpreting and translation. It also focuses on practical interpreting and translation skills. The course is suitable for practising interpreters and translators and for very proficient bilinguals wanting to develop or improve their skills, and who wish to contribute to the body of knowledge on interpreting and translation by conducting innovative, much needed research.
Subject to demand, the following languages are available: Arabic, Japanese, Mandarin, and Spanish.
Career Opportunities
UWS Interpreting and Translation courses allow you to work in Australia as a professional interpreter and translator in a wide range of settings in both government and private sectors. Other opportunities might include pursuing further studies towards a PhD, developing a teaching career in interpreting and translation or establishment of a small business as an interpreter and translator.
| Local | International | |
| Delivery Mode | On campus | On campus |
| Location | Bankstown campus | Bankstown campus |
| Duration | 1 Year Full Time/2 Years Part Time | 1 Year Full Time |
| Intake Information | Available Intake 2 (February) and Intake 5 (July-August) | Available Intake 2 (February) and Intake 5 (July-August) |
| Course Code | 952580 [Intake 2 (February)] 955580 [Intake 5 (July-August)] | 1640.5 [CRICOS Code 058263J] |
| Fee Information | Local Course Fees (opens in a new window) | International Course Fees (opens in a new window) |
How to Apply
All domestic applications for entry to UWS postgraduate courses must be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) (opens in a new window). Step by step instructions are available on the How to Apply pages.
All international applications for entry to UWS postgraduate courses must be made via the International Student Admission Application form. Step by step instructions are available on the International Admissions pages.
If you are interested in completing a higher research degree, for example Masters Honours, information is accessible from UWS Research (opens in a new window).
