About the course

The Master of Translation and Interpreting will give you the practical, theoretical and academic training you need to work at the heart of cross-cultural communication.Gain practical experience in both written and oral translation between English and Chinese languages. Learn from leading academics with diverse research interests who are also practising translators. Access the intellectual resources of Australia’s number one university, including the Asia Institute.

　　You’ll study alongside peers in intensive small-group classes and undertake autonomous study as you build your capabilities across all aspects of the modern translation and interpreting industries. Your training will include how to use translation technologies in your translation and interpreting practice.

　　You’ll be able to tailor your studies to match your career goals through our strong focus on specialisations. You’ll become a specialist in your chosen field, including business and commerce, journalistic writing, political and governmental language, or literary writing. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: AU$82,048

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Parkville
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Parkville

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Melbourne

An undergraduate degree in any discipline with at least an H2B (70%) weighted average

　　IELTS (academic English Only) - 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)

　　TOEFL (paper-based test) - 577 and TWE 4.5

　　TOEFL (internet-based test) - 79 (Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13)

　　The validity of IELTS, TOEFL and Pearson PTE Academic tests has been temporarily extended from two to three years

　　The TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition version is temporarily being accepted as equivalent to existing accepted TOEFL tests

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The University of Melbourne. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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