Course Overview

About This Course

Gain world-class specialised translation training between English and one of ten Asian and European languages.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

35 Stirling Highway, Crawley (Perth), Western Australia 6009

35 Stirling Hwy, CRAWLEY, WA 6009

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

A relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
The equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent in the Level 3 units of a relevant major
Demonstrated native or near-native proficiency in the chosen language specialisation; OR
For French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Arabic, and Spanish: B2/C1 levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages or equivalent internationally recognised test
For Chinese: a minimum of HSK 4
For Japanese: Level N2/N3 at the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test)
For Indonesian: Level 3 at the UKBI (Ujian Kemahiran Bahasa Indonesia) or Level 4 at the ISLPR (International Second Language Proficiency Ratings)
For Korean: Level 4 at the TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean)
English language requirement: Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

UWA's Master of Translation Studies students will graduate with a qualification relevant to professional employment in a range of business, government and non-government organisations in Australia and overseas. This course could lead to career opportunities as a: copywriter, advertising professional, foreign affairs and trade officer, bilingual professional, post-editor, terminologist or translator. If you complete a dissertation as part of this course, you may choose to progress to an MPhil or PhD.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What languages are available in the Master of Translation Studies at UWA?

The Master of Translation Studies at UWA offers specialised translation training between English and one of ten Asian and European languages.

How long does the Master of Translation Studies take to complete?

The Master of Translation Studies at UWA takes 1.5 to 2 years to complete when studied full time.

How can I contact UWA for more information about the Master of Translation Studies?

You can contact UWA's Student Central by phone at 131 UWA (131 892), internationally at (+61 8) 6488 1000, or by email through Ask UWA. You can also book an online consultation. Student Central is open 8.30am - 5pm AWST, Monday to Friday, and is located at 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009.

Is the Master of Translation Studies available as a postgraduate course?

Yes, the Master of Translation Studies is offered as a postgraduate qualification at The University of Western Australia.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $52,000 to $68,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $68,000 to $82,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $82,000 to $100,000 per year

Career Paths

Community InterpreterCourt Interpreter (Legal Interpreter)Medical / Health InterpreterConference InterpreterCertified Translator

Key Skills

Consecutive and simultaneous interpreting techniquesWritten translation from source to target language with accuracy and fluencySight translation of documents across languagesSpecialised terminology management in legal, medical, and business contextsUse of computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools and translation memory software

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