Master of Conference Interpreting
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Overview
This program teaches research and practical skills involved in conference interpreting within simulated conference settings. It also prepares you to work as advanced interpreters in community and business contexts.
Key features
- You will have simulated conference interpreting experiences with state-of-the-art equipment complying with the standards of the International Association of Conference Interpreters (AIIC).
- AIIC is the only worldwide association for conference interpreters, it brings together more than 2,700 professional conference interpreters in over 80 countries.
- You will conduct regular self and peer analyses of their interpreting work, and are taught by internationally renowned conference interpreters.
- A variety of units covering simultaneous interpreting, mock conferences, research methods and bilingualism.
Minimum course duration
1 year
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
Suitable if you wish to become a professional conference interpreter, or if you are already working as a professional consecutive interpreter and want to learn simultaneous interpreting skills.
Course fee
AUD $16,896.00 p.a. 
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
You will need:
- A Bachelor degree with a minimum GPA of 2.5 in T&I, Linguistics, Language of Cultural Studies, or other related fields.
- NAATI Professional Level Accreditation as an interpretor (or overseas equivalent) or completion of any postgraduate degree in translation and interpreting with at least a Distinction in one intermediate level core practical interpreting subject (eg. TRAN822 in the PG Diploma/Master in Translating and Interpreting and Macquarie University) - acceptance subject to case-by-case assessment.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
Relevant work experience would be advantageous.
Notes:
Program offered in Chinese (Mandarin) only. Japanese and Korean may be available subject to demand.
Regarding course duration, the course can be completed in one year of full-time study if you already have a NAATI accreditation, other relevant qualifications or have completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting at Macquarie University (with a grade of Distinction or higher for TRAN822).
If you do not hold such accreditation/qualifications, you will need to enrol in the Postgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting and complete with a grade of Distinction or higher for TRAN822 to qualify for entry into the Master of Conference Interpreting program, which would result in a total of two years of study.
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points required at 800 level or above | 32 |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Specific requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this master
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Accreditation
Please note that while we make recommendations about accreditation, the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) is the actual accrediting institution. You will be required to meet their conditions and pay the relevant fees to NAATI.
Career Opportunities
You can work as a professional interpreter in public and private organisations.
