About the course

If you?re proficient in more than one language in addition to English, the Master of Translation and Interpreting Studies will provide you with the skills and knowledge you?ll require to perform translation and interpreting in a range of institutional settings common to community and commercial translation and interpreting practice in Australia and overseas. This degree allows you to study in the following languages paired with English: Chinese (Mandarin), French, Japanese, Korean and Spanish.

　　Acquire the skills necessary for a fast-changing marketplace

　　Undertake extensive targeted practice in both translation and interpreting, and in the use of computer-assisted translation tools.

　　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.

　　Undertake industry-based practical experience

　　Work directly with clients via practicum projects across a variety of settings, such as government and language-service providers.

　　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 three required units. 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: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Session 1 (February), 2024	North Ryde
Session 2 (July), 2024	North Ryde
Session 1 (February), 2025	North Ryde
Session 2 (July), 2025	North Ryde
Session 1 (February), 2026	North Ryde
Session 2 (July), 2026	North Ryde

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Macquarie University

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent, or AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with one of:

　　Performance in their non-related bachelor's degree of an MQ equivalent WAM of +65, or

　　A recognised professional qualification in translation or interpreting, or

　　One year (full-time equivalent) approved work experience

　　Proficiency in one of the available languages, and

　　For students whose first language is English, completion of an admission assessment

　　IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band. TOEFL iBT - 83.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 83.0

　　

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 Macquarie University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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