Programme details

Postgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting

The Postgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting offered by UC is well-suited for individuals seeking to transform their language skills into a professional career as a translator or interpreter.

Course description

The Postgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting (PGDipT&I) offered by UC is designed to enhance your linguistic proficiency, paving the way for a professional career as a translator or interpreter. You will acquire comprehensive skills in both computer-assisted and literary translation techniques, as well as interpreting across various contexts. Additionally, the program will provide insights into the historical, cultural, and political factors that shape the engagement with linguistic diversity.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 4 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Endorsed preparation for certification through the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) as a professional translator or interpreter.

Graduates can pursue careers in various fields, including media and creative industries, diplomacy, international relations, tourism and marketing, and language software development, among others.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for application to the PGDipT&I program, candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

– Hold a bachelor’s degree that includes a minimum of 60 points in 300-level language courses, achieving at least a B+ grade average, or possess an equivalent qualification in one of the following languages: Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, or Te Reo Māori.
– Possess any bachelor’s degree accompanied by relevant professional or practical experience in one of the aforementioned languages, or in another language that may be considered upon application.
– Have completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Translation and Interpreting with a minimum B grade average.
– Demonstrate extensive practical, professional, or academic experience that evidences the capability to undertake postgraduate studies, along with proven competence in a relevant language.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)