Graduate Diploma in Translation

 

Comprising six units of study, the Graduate Diploma in Translation is suited to fluent bilinguals seeking a theoretical background as they acquire the high level skills necessary to practise as professional translators. All practical components are informed by the theories of Interpreting, Translation, related disciplines and the results of current research.

Subject to demand, the languages available are Arabic, Japanese, Mandarin or 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/1.5 Years Part Time 1 Year Full Time
Intake Information Available Intake 2 (February) and Intake 5 (July) Available Intake 2 (February) and Intake 5 (July)
Course Code 952606 [Intake 2 (February)]
955606 [Intake 5 (July)]
1638.3 [CRICOS Code 058261M]
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.

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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).