Program Overview
Macquarie University's Master of Translation and Interpreting Studies program equips students with advanced translation and interpreting skills in language pairs including Chinese, French, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. Graduates are well-prepared for careers as professional translators, interpreters, and language service providers.
Program Outline
It equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in translation and interpreting roles in various institutional settings, including community and commercial organizations in Australia and internationally. The program offers specialization in the following language pairs: Chinese (Mandarin), French, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish, all paired with English.
Objectives:
- Develop proficiency in translation and interpreting skills
- Enhance understanding of the use of computer-assisted translation tools
- Gain practical experience through industry-based projects
Outline:
Course Structure:
The program consists of coursework and practical components, including:
- Extensive targeted practice in translation and interpreting
- Use of computer-assisted translation tools
Teaching:
- Utilizes industry-standard technology
- Provides access to translation and interpreting labs with up-to-date equipment and software
- Employs expert academics, researchers, and clinicians
Careers:
- Professional translator
- Interpreter
- Language service provider
Other:
- Ranked #28 in the world in Linguistics by QS World Uni Rankings by Subject, 2022
- Top 1% of universities in the world according to QS World University Rankings, 2022
- Offers multimode learning and teaching for flexibility
