Translation and Interpreting University of Melbourne

Overview

Overview

During the Translation and Interpreting program at University of Melbourne you will gain practical experience in both written and oral translation between English and Chinese languages. Learn from leading academics with diverse research interests who are also practising translators. Access the intellectual resources of Australia’s number one university, including the Asia Institute.

You’ll study alongside peers in intensive small-group classes and undertake autonomous study as you build your capabilities across all aspects of the modern translation and interpreting industries. Your training will include how to use translation technologies in your translation and interpreting practice.

You’ll be able to tailor your studies to match your career goals through our strong focus on specialisations. You’ll become a specialist in your chosen field, including business and commerce, journalistic writing, political and governmental language, or literary writing.

You’ll also build practical experience throughout your studies – from reading and translating documents to working through simulated interpreting scenarios. You’ll learn not just how to translate, but how to think critically about what you’re translating.

As you finish your degree, you’ll prepare for the next stage of your career through one of the program’s capstone streams, including choices for industry experience or a research pathway.

You’ll graduate with extensive bilingual skills, cross-cultural expertise, and a portfolio that demonstrates your skills and knowledge – ready to become one of the highly skilled professionals who will mediate international relations over the coming decades.

Careers

The Master of Translation and Interpreting readies you for work in multilingual settings such as:

• Translation and interpreting
• International relations
• Multi-national firms
• Commercial and industrial organisations
• Public services.