Master of Translation Studies
Earn professional translation and interpretation accreditation in Western Australia's largest language hub.
Best for:Best for bilingual professionals and language graduates seeking NAATI certification as professional translators.
Overview
The Master of Translation Studies at The University of Western Australia offers specialized training in professional translation between English and one of ten languages. Spanning one and a half to two years, the curriculum covers both written translation and spoken interpretation. Taught by active practitioners and translation researchers, the programme prepares students for national accreditation. Applicants must meet rigorous academic and language proficiency standards to join this unique postgraduate course.
What you'll do
- Complete professionally endorsed translation training across specialized subject areas
- Practice written translation between English and a chosen language specialization
- Engage with introductory spoken interpretation modules
- Learn from experienced industry practitioners and academic researchers
- Complete coursework fulfilling national accreditation standards
Requirements
Degree required: Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification recognized by UWA
Degree offered: Master Degree
Language: English and one of ten additional languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish) with specified proficiency thresholds.
Instruction: English
- Equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 percent in Level 3 units of a relevant major
- Demonstrated native or near-native proficiency in the chosen language specialization
- B2/C1 level of CEFR or equivalent for French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Arabic, and Spanish
- Minimum HSK Level 4 for Chinese
- JLPT Level N2/N3 for Japanese
- UKBI Level 3 or ISLPR Level 4 for Indonesian
- TOPIK Level 4 for Korean
- Hold a relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent recognized by UWA
- Meet minimum academic performance thresholds in previous undergraduate studies
- Demonstrate required language proficiency levels for the chosen language track
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How to apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official UWA course portal. Ensure all required academic transcripts and proof of language proficiency are attached before submitting.
- BSc + MSc transcripts
- Proof of language proficiency
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