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Western Sydney University

  • 13% international / 87% domestic

Diploma in Arts/Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation)

  • Diploma

Tomorrow belongs to great communicators who can think creatively, critically and independently. This program is designed to give you the support and breadth of knowledge you need to thrive as a professional interpreter and translator.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
3 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Mar, Jul

About this course

Tomorrow belongs to great communicators who can think creatively, critically and independently. This program is designed to give you the support and breadth of knowledge you need to thrive as a professional interpreter and translator.

Study locations

Bankstown

Nirimba

Career pathways

This program may open the door to a career in:

  • International business

  • Private practice

  • Tourism

  • Welfare

  • Academia

  • Diplomacy

Academia

University Lecturers and Tutors prepare and deliver lectures and conduct tutorials in one or more subjects within a prescribed program of study and conduct research.

Translator

A translator converts the written word from one language into another. Translators must also understand cultural references, the intent of the writer and cadence of the text.

Diplomat

Diplomats serve as representatives of their governments and work to protect the interests of their country. Diplomats critically analyse and advise on policies, engage in culture and travel extensively.

Interpreter

Interpreters transfer a spoken or signed language into another spoken or signed language, usually within a limited time frame in the presence of the participants requiring the translation.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Humanities, Culture & Social Sciences courses at Western Sydney University.
83.8%
Overall satisfaction
86%
Skill scale
73.1%
Teaching scale
50%
Employed full-time
$54.8k
Average salary