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Master of Translating and Interpreting
RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The RMIT Master of Translating and Interpreting, taught in the heart of Melbourne, develops expertise and a deeper understanding of language and communication. Students learn to use communication media to support translating and interpreting and gain insight into the intersection of theory and practice, with options to study interpreting for community health, medical, police and legal contexts and conferences, linking technology, ethics and theory to practical issues. Graduates work as translators and interpreters across government, health, legal and community settings.
Cost & duration
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Year 1 Theoretical Bases of Translating and Interpreting Discourse Studies for Translators and Interpreters Ethics and Professional Issues Interpreting Certification Practice 1 or Translation Certification Practice (24 credit points) Year 2 Advanced Theory of Translating and Interpreting Advanced Discourse Studies Research Strategies - Social Sciences Extended Professional Project (24 credit points). Elective subjects: Select and complete 72 credit points Interpreting Certification Practice 1 (24 credit points) Interpreting Certification Practice 2 Translation Certification Practice (24 credit points) Advanced English Language Translation and Technology Masters Minor Thesis 1 Masters Minor Thesis 2 Specialised Community Interpreting (24 credit points) Conference Interpreting Practice (24 credit points) Intercultural Knowledges and Practices Global Language Introduction to Language Language and Society Language Management in Global Organisations
Admissions
Academic requirements You must have successfully completed an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in any discipline. You may also be considered if: You have one of the following qualifications: NAATI Certified Translator NAATI Certified Interpreter NAATI Certified Provisional Interpreter NAATI Recognised Practicing Interpreter Diploma of Interpreting (Spoken Language) or Advanced Diploma of Interpreting (Spoken Language) AND have at lea
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