Graduate Diploma in Translation Studies

The University of Western Australia

This course equips you with advanced knowledge about translation theory and practice. The course develops your skills in translating between English and your chosen language, with specialisations including Chinese, French, German and Italian.This course provides students with a sound understanding of traditional and contemporary translation theory and practice, and exposes students to advanced translation methodologies such as computer-aided translation localisation. It also equips students with an essential understanding and working knowledge of the ethical standards expected of translation professionals.Career PathwaysGraduates possess a qualification relevant to professional employment in a range of business, government and non-government organisations in Australia and overseas. You can also choose to progress to the professionally recognised Master of Translation Studies.Further StudyUpon successfully completing your course, you can choose to progress to the master's degree in Translation Studies. Depending on your circumstances, this may be subject to you achieving a course weighted average mark of 65 per cent. If you do enrol in the Master of Translation Studies, you will receive (subject to conditions) full credit for units completed in your graduate diploma.

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