Melbourne,
VIC,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Diploma in Translating and Interpreting - Available from 01/01/2024 in Melbourne Australia | RMIT University
RMIT University
|
Melbourne Australia
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Qualification
Graduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
37,440
(c. USD26,402.69)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Develop practical, real-world skills to elevate your language proficiency. Translators and interpreters serve as vital bridges between cultures, addressing language barriers in high-demand professional roles. Tailored for advanced bilingual individuals seeking career advancement, this program covers theoretical frameworks, industry-specific expertise, and ethical considerations. You'll master communication technologies for translation and interpretation while exploring the relationship between academic concepts and real-world application.
RMIT University focuses on integrating academic study with professional training. Our faculty consists of NAATI-certified translation and interpretation experts who bring extensive practical experience to the classroom, maintaining curriculum alignment with industry requirements. Through collaborative exercises with students from fields like social work, healthcare, and legal studies, you'll apply your skills in realistic scenarios. Hands-on projects involving subtitling programs, translation databases, and computer-assisted tools provide both individual and team-based experiences mirroring professional environments.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You must have successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in any discipline.
If you have not completed an undergraduate degree, you may still be considered if you have at least 5 years of relevant work experience in interpreting or translating or in the use of bilingual language skills. If you wish for your work experience to be considered, you must submit a CV and a personal statement detailing your relevant work experience.
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Tuition
AUD
37,440