Advanced Diploma of Translating - PSP60816
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Full-time 1 year -
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Melbourne City -
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IELTS 6.5
Duration
Full-time 1 year Location
Melbourne City
Overview
Help people and communities communicate by using your multilingual abilities to translate text in a range of contexts. Join this professional-level translator training course, designed for people who already have advanced bilingual skills and want to learn to translate special-purpose texts.
Translation refers to the written transfer of meaning from one language into another. For hundreds of years, the practice of translating has connected people of different cultures. Being able to communicate across cultures is a vital skill in our global society.
Professional translators provide services for government and private agencies, translating documents for diplomatic, legal and business activities. They can also help with essential communication in many public service settings, such as health information and legal processes.
RMIT is a leader in translation education that creates work-ready graduates, with more than 40 years’ experience delivering translating and interpreting courses. We are the only education provider covering a full spectrum of translating and interpreting courses from vocational education through to post graduate level. In Semester 1, 2020, we are offering:
Details
In this course, you'll learn to analyse text for translation in special purpose texts, including book publishing, magazines and journals, corporate, online media, government, not-for-profit organisations and freelance editing. You'll be able to proof the translated text of another translator, and translate transcripts of audio visual recordings and multimedia sources.
RMIT is endorsed by NAATI to offer up to 40 languages, including:
Languages run each semester subject to interest and minimum numbers. If a language you wish to study is not running this semester, please submit an expression of interest.
RMIT has developed training materials such as study guides, sample practice materials and readers to further support your learning.
You will participate in class learning activities including projects and reviews, group work and discussions, simulations of real-life job assignments, and computer-aided translation, such as Wordfast.
Assessment may include written work, research presentations, practical demonstrations, translation projects, and typesetting and formatting tasks.
All subjects are delivered in English, and some may have bilingual activities and assessment tasks.
RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice.
Members of teaching staff are all NAATI-certified translators and bring a wealth of experience, current knowledge and skills into the classes. Through this connection, students are exposed to the most up-to-date translation practice to address the translation needs arising in sectors such as business, legal, medical and community services.
You will participate in simulated translation activities. Projects using subtitling software, translation memories and computer-assisted translation tools give you the opportunity to work in both individual or team settings and experience industry practice.
In addition to your industry-informed course content, you will also have access to industry events hosted by your course, and have the opportunity to explore professional associations such as Translators and Interpreters Australia and the Australian Institute of Interpreters and Translators (AUSIT). You may also be interested in participating in RMIT Mentoring, where you will be matched with an industry professional.
International student visa holders can only study full-time.
Languages available are subject to interest.
This course typically requires 3 days per week on-campus study, and an additional 3 hours of independent study time per subject per week.
You will complete 5 core subects and 8 elective subjects.
You will prepare to translate in complex settings by learning:
- theoretical approaches
- transfer skills
- discourse analysis strategies
- the translating of multimedia materials
- computer-assisted translation tools
- professional practice issues.
Choose a program structure
| Title | Location | Duration | Plan code | CRICOS | ||
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| Advanced Diploma of Translating | City Campus |
12 months full time
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12 months full time
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C6153 | 094338G |
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Program code: C6153
National curriculum code: PSP60816
Career
Demand for independent professional translators is increasing due to high levels of interaction between people and cultures as a result of globalised economies, advanced technology and migration.
Graduates work as contractors to translating agencies or in public and private sector organisations, or practice as freelancers. You will be prepared to work in domains that include legal, business, health, education and a wide range of community services.
Possible job titles may include:
- professional translator
- communications officer
- localisation specialist
- linguist
Admissions
This program is closed for Semester 2, 2020.
You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school) qualification.
Languages offered:
- Arabic*
- Chinese*
- Japanese*
- Korean*
- Vietnamese*
*This language will be offered subject to demand.
Additional languages may be offered subject to demand. If the language you wish to study is not listed above, you can register your interest by completing this form.
You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school qualification) with a minimum 50% average (check calculator below).
Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post-secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.
Entry requirements
You must meet both the English language requirements and the LOTE requirements specified below.
English language requirements
To meet the English language requirements, you must meet one of the following:
- Successful completion of a qualification equivalent to an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education in a country recognised by RMIT as English speaking; or
- Successful completion of an approved English proficiency test within the last two years, achieving:
- Versant English Placement Test: minimum overall score of 56 (with no individual skill less than 51). If you do not have any of the test results below, RMIT can arrange for you to complete the Versant English Placement Test at no cost (maximum one test sitting per applicant per intake). To access this online test, please submit your application and RMIT will contact you to arrange the test.
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Paper Based Test): minimum score of 580 (TWE 4.5)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum score of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component
LOTE requirements
To meet the LOTE requirements, you must meet one of the following:
- Successful completion of a qualification equivalent to an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education undertaken in the LOTE you wish to study in this program; or
- Successful completion of a LOTE test, which includes comprehension and writing tasks in LOTE. If you are required to sit the LOTE test, you will receive the test via email after you have submitted your application. You may also be interviewed if further information is required.
All applicants must submit the Translating selection task. Upon submission of your direct application you will be prompted on your dashboard to complete the selection task.
In the selection task you will be asked to indicate the language you wish to study.
If you have not completed a Year 12 qualification in the language (other than English) you wish to study you will also be required to complete a LOTE test, which includes comprehension and writing tasks in your LOTE. If you are required to sit the LOTE test.
Interview:
Some LOTE applicants will be interviewed if further information is required.
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL, or evidence of English through completion of an approved English proficiency test.
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Paper Based Test): minimum score of 580 (TWE 4.5)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 92 (with minimum of 20 in all sections)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.
To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.
For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.
Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide.
The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities.
The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements.
If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service to discuss any adjustments you may require.
The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities.
The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements.
If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service to discuss any adjustments you may require.
By understanding the types of activities you’ll participate in, you can:
- understand more about the program
- determine if you may need support during your studies
- make an informed decision about whether the program is suitable for you
If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your program so that you can participate fully in your studies.
To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with Equitable Learning Service
The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings.
Pathways
Graduates of the RMIT Advanced Diploma of Translating may be eligible for exemptions from the following programs:
- Bachelor of Criminal Justice
- Bachelor of Criminology and Psychology
- Bachelor of Legal and Dispute Studies
- Bachelor of Social Science (Youth Work)
- Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
- Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)
- Bachelor of Environment and Society
- Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (Honours)
Fees
2021 fees
The tuition fees you will pay for this program will depend on whether you are offered a Victorian Government subsidised place or a full-fee place. To find out if you are eligible for a government subsidised place, follow the steps at How to check if you are eligible.
- 2021 government subsidised place: AU$4,750* per annum
- 2021 full-fee place: AU$6,500* per annum
*Fees shown are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
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Use our fee finder to get an estimate of your fees for this program.
Additional expenses
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): AU$313 maximum fee for 2021.
- Other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment.
Annual fee adjustment
The student tuition fees as displayed by the fee finder are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.
Eligibility Exemption criteria
**The Victorian Government is currently waiving three (3) eligibility criteria around prior qualifications. This means that more people who want to study a vocational education program at RMIT, and who have studied previously, will be able to access a government subsidised place in a program. Find out how to check your eligibility
Defer your payment
The Australian Government provides financial assistance via the VET Student Loans scheme, which allows eligible students in eligible programs to defer payment of their tuition fees, up to the maximum loan amount for their program.
Learn more about fees for vocational study.
Payments and refunds
For information on how to pay your fees or how to apply for a refund, please see Paying your fees and applying for refunds.
VET Student Loans
The Australian Government provides financial assistance via the VET Student Loans scheme, which allows eligible students in eligible programs to defer payment of their tuition fees, up to the maximum loan amount for their program.
How does a VET Student Loan work?
If your VET Student Loan application is successful, the Australian Government will pay RMIT your tuition fees on your behalf, up to the maximum loan amount for your program.
Your VET Student Loan becomes part of your VETSL debt. You will start repaying your accumulated VETSL debt to the Australian Government once you earn above the minimum income threshold for repayment, which is adjusted each year (this also applies if you are still studying).
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will calculate your compulsory repayment for the year and include this on your income tax notice.
For more information see VET Student Loans or Study Assist.
Vet Student Loan cap
If your program is eligible for the VET Student Loan scheme and has a loan cap that doesn’t cover the total amount of the tuition fees for your program, then you’ll need to pay RMIT the difference by the due date once you exceed the cap.
It’s easy for you to keep track of your VET Student Loan debt, and you can choose to make upfront payments at any time before the census date.
In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student.
The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2021 is $313.
For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF.
You may also be required to purchase other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from program to program.
The total indicative tuition fee for 2021 commencement is AU$10,000.
In addition to tuition fees you also need to pay for:
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF) in each calendar year.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) - Student visa holders must have cover for the total duration of their visa.
- Some programs incur additional expenses.
You also need to account for your living expenses. Estimate the cost of living in Melbourne.
Applying for refunds
For information on how to apply for a refund as a continuing international student, please see Refunds.