Diploma in Languages at The University of Melbourne

The Master of Translation Studies is designed to further develop your skills in translation between English and another language. You will learn theories and practical strategies that are essential to achieve high quality translations and applicable in a wide range of workplaces. The Master of Translation Studies will equip you with advanced knowledge and skills in both the theory and practice of translation. The program includes a focus on human evaluation of machine translation and will provide opportunities to participate in machine translation-related research projects with industry partners. Throughout the degree, you will explore the foundations of language structure and how communicative practices are expressed in and through languages. As a part of this program, you will also undertake a translation project under the supervision of a specialist staff member, giving you first-hand experience within your degree. The Master of Translation Studies will open many doors to diverse careers in a range of different fields including education and academia, government, medicine and health, media and journalism, language translation, law and policy development, tourism, and international relations. You will gain a strong competitive edge and widen your career opportunities with the Master of Translation studies.

The Master of Applied Linguistics is a professional development program designed for teachers of English and other second languages, as well as language professionals in translation, interpretation and other second language areas. You can choose to specialise in Applied Linguistics or Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Studies. For your one year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) study, you'll select from nearly 20 courses in the linguistic, psychological, educational and socio-cultural aspects of language learning and use, and in language teaching methodology. The program has a strong national and international reputation. Graduates take up, and in many cases return to, teaching and administrative positions in high schools, universities and language schools in Australia and abroad. They also find employment in business and government positions that draw on the un Program highlights Study at UQ's School of Languages and Cultures, an international leader in the teaching of interpreting and translation. Work with and learn from more than 50 leading researchers who specialise in a diverse range of disciplines. Choose to specialise in Applied Linguistics or Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Studies. Develop an understanding of the field of linguistics while having access to research training.derstanding of how languages are used in different settings and cultures.

The Graduate Diploma in Interpreting provides suitably qualified graduates with training in interpreting leading to eligibility to sit for certification by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) at the Certified Interpreter level. Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Interpreting can articulate into the Master of Arts Translation and Interpreting Studies. Credit is given for common subjects. The Graduate Certificate in Interpreting and Translation is available as an early exit point from this program.