Master of Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting
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Duration
Commencing
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2018)
The Master of Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting provides intensive training in translation from English into Chinese and vice versa, as well as interpreting between English and Mandarin.
- This two year, full time program is ideal for those with an approved degree or equivalent in any field, and proficiency in spoken and written Chinese and English. Please see Program Details for entry requirements.
- Undertake training in areas including society, business and trade, law, science and technology, politics and international relations, and have the option to apply for NAATI certification upon completion.
- Undertake 120 hours of field practice in translation and interpreting, which has been set to meet NAATI guidelines. This supervised practice is designed to introduce you to active translation and interpreting tasks within specific field settings.
- Join the lively intellectual culture of the School of Languages and Cultures. You will attend forums, seminars and public lectures, and have access to top training facilities, equipped with a simultaneous interpreting booth constructed to UN standards.
Studies in translation and interpreting equip you with the necessary knowledge, tools and foundations for future employment as a professional interpreter and / or translator.
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Accreditation
NAATI approved
This program has been endorsed by NAATI for training Professional Translators / Interpreters, which means graduates are eligible to undertake the following NAATI certification tests: Certified Translator, Certified Interpreter, Certified Specialist Interpreter – Legal, and Certified Specialist Interpreter – Health.
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Alumni
"Studying at UQ laid a solid foundation for a successful career. I always wanted to become a professional interpreter and translator, so I chose to study at UQ to achieve my goal." Jewel Gao, Master of Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting (Advanced)
Owner - Chinese language service provider
Career outcomes
Apart from working as a professional interpreter and / or translator, the language skills acquired in your studies are an advantage for careers in business, diplomacy, law, health, education and academia.
Some graduates teach translation and interpreting at universities or colleges, or pursue further study towards a PhD.
Summary
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Program code5593
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Faculty
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Duration2 Years full-time
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CommencingSemester 1 (19 Feb, 2018)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2018) -
Program levelPostgraduate Coursework
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Units32
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Delivery locationSt Lucia
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AQFLevel 9
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CRICOS code082605C
Admissions criteria
Prerequisites
A bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5, and proficiency in spoken and written Chinese and English.
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ, view the English proficiency policy.
Visa requirements
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa.
The Australian Government has simplified the visa application process. Now, all international students apply for the Student Visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted. Find out more about the visa application process.
Program structure
The courses offered in the Master of Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting are set out in the course list. Each course is allocated a certain number of units (#).
CoursesThe Program Rules explain what is required to complete the Master of Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting. These requirements include the total number of units you need to complete in order to graduate.
Program RulesTo have your degree conferred, you also need to comply with UQ’s policies and rules.
Early exit points
Depending on your choice of courses, it might be possible to withdraw from the Master of Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting at an early exit point and graduate with one of the following awards:
Practicals, placements and internships
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters at the first Professional level (formerly NAATI level 3).
Programs and Courses
If you're a current student who has already commenced study at UQ, refer to Programs and Courses in my.UQ for full information about your program structure, rules and requirements.
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
Find out more about financial aid, including scholarships and financial aid programs.
Indicative annual fee
The "indicative annual fee" is the cost of enrolling in the Master of Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting for the 2018 academic year. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load.
A standard full-time study load is 16 units per academic year.
If you enrol in a larger or smaller study load, your fees will be calculated on a proportionate basis.
All fees are reviewed annually.
Visit Tuition fees for more information.
Scholarships
International students are eligible to apply for a number of scholarships and prizes. These may be offered by the University, the Australian Government, foreign governments, or private organisations.
Many scholarships have specific eligibility criteria and are very competitive. More information, including information about how to apply, is available on the Scholarships website.
Applying online
All international student applications for the Master of Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting can be lodged directly to UQ using our online application form or through an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Master of Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting is 5593. You'll need this when applying.Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study.
Apply nowAdditional application information
Information about the aptitude test can be found on the School of Languages and Cultures website.
There are limited places available each semester and entry into the program is very competitive.
Important dates
There are a number of dates and deadlines you need to meet when applying for postgraduate study.
The closing date for the Master of Arts in Chinese Translation and Interpreting is:
- To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
A full list of dates relevant to UQ students is available on the Student Matters Calendar.
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