Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary) Dean's Scholars
Western Sydney University
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About
This degree consists of a key field of study in interpreting and translation, with other areas of study, including language, linguistics and culture. You will be provided with tailored mentoring and an advanced academic study program designed to extend your knowledge and understanding of key disciplines within the degree.
This course offers advanced coursework and requires students to maintain a high grade point average.
Areas of study
Interpreting and translation, languages (subject to demand: Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish).
Career opportunities
Interpreter or translator in legal, health care, welfare, business or tourism settings. Interpreters and translators may choose to work for a particular employer or work freelance.
Professional recognition
The course is an Endorsed Qualification for the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) at the Certified Interpreter and Translator level (formerly Level 3). Students who wish to sit for Certification from NAATI must pass the subject LANG 3067 Preparation for NAATI Certification (UG). Students who are unable to pass this subject will be able to graduate with the Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation Studies) as an alternative exit, provided they pass an alternative subject of 10 credit points.
Practical experience
One subject of Interpreting and Translation Professional Practicum, including placement in an interpreting/translation agency or company.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English, high level of proficiency (native or near-native level) in one of the languages offered in the course.
Minimum ATAR: 90.00.
Other applicants
Refer to Western Sydney University general admission criteria.
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Further information
View all details of this course on the Western Sydney University website.
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