Learn to communicate across a range of contexts and gain the skills needed to pursue a career in Auslan across various sectors.
Your studies in this diploma will explore how to communicate across a range of subjects, including health and education, incorporating relevant cultural contexts and standards of ethical practice.
You will learn to interpret both independently and as part of a team. With the knowledge developed in this diploma, you will be able to pursue fulfilling roles in the community services sector, including education, welfare, government, and more.
Throughout this diploma you will have the opportunity to develop and apply your knowledge and skills.
Your learning will take the form of scenarios, simulations and role plays, case studies, online practice, group discussions, practical demonstrations, reflective journals. You may also engage in interactive online learning, independent reading and practice, and both online and library research.
Your assessment in this diploma may take the form of quizzes, role plays and demonstrations, and written work spanning questions and answers, reports, and self-reflections.
The types of classes you have will depend on the course you’re studying. Classes are offered in various formats designed to provide meaningful engagement with staff, industry and peers and provide for access and use of spaces where learning can be applied and active, including an array of specialised equipment.
Most RMIT courses do not include passive large-scale classes such as lectures, instead the content traditionally provided in lectures is made available online. This may be in the form of readings, videos or other on-demand learning materials. This content will also support the basis of interactive learning that takes place in on-campus classes.
The world is constantly changing, and there are universal skills that can help you adapt to the evolving nature of work and global engagement.
As part of your study experience at RMIT, we provide 6 future-focused RMIT Capabilities:
RMIT Capabilities are built into your course as well as some of our extracurricular experiences. They inform the design and delivery of your learning activities and assessments, so by the time you graduate, you’ll be ready to apply these capabilities in your life and work.
Throughout your learning in the Diploma of Interpreting (Auslan), you will engage with industry in either practical or simulated contexts.
This offers you the opportunity to apply and demonstrate your knowledge in professional contexts. Several of your subjects will feature real or simulated interpreting assignments, and you will receive feedback on your performance according to industry standards.
This course is competency-based and has been designed to help you develop the practical skills and knowledge necessary to work effectively in your chosen field. You will learn and be assessed by practising and demonstrating your capabilities, all of which can be readily applied in the workplace.
In addition to the specific vocational skills you build throughout this course, you will also develop a set of essential employability skills, including communication, planning, organising, and problem solving, self-management, initiative and teamwork. These foundational skills will enable you to navigate the world of work, collaborate effectively with others, and successfully get the job done.
To graduate from this diploma, you must undertake and successfully complete five core subjects and seven elective subjects.
Your core subjects will span codes and standards of ethical practice, how to manage interactions in general settings, and the use of routine subject area terminology.
Your elective subjects will cover health and education terminology, demonstrating language proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts, interpreting as part of a team, sight translating, and more.
Choose a plan below to find out more about the subjects you will study and the course structure.
If you are holding a temporary visa (other than a student visa) and your visa has a full study entitlement, you may be eligible to apply. For more information, see the international students with other temporary (non-student) visas.
Upon successful completion of this diploma, you will have the skills and knowledge necessary to offer interpreting services in a range of settings.
A large number of people face language barriers due to physical disabilities such as deafness or impaired hearing and require language assistance.
You may work in community services, education, welfare, government, or other sectors in which Auslan interpreting is required.
The Diploma is endorsed by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI). The Diploma meets the training prerequisite for interpreters who wish to sit the Certified Provisional Interpreter test with NAATI.
You need to satisfy all of the following academic (entry) requirements to be considered for entry into this course.
There are no minimum academic entry requirements for this course.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in both English and Auslan.
All applicants must submit the selection task.
All applicants must meet both the English language requirements and the Auslan skills assessment requirements specified below.
Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) (or equivalent) or a Certificate IV qualification or higher where the language of instruction was English, and the qualification was from one of the RMIT recognised English speaking countries.
OR
Successful completion of an approved English proficiency test within the last two years, achieving:
OR
If you do not have any of the test results above or are unable to provide supporting documentation to meet the English language requirements, 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 complete and submit your Selection Task. RMIT will contact you to arrange the test.
You must have formal study or life experience in Auslan. Eligible applicants will be contacted by the end of 2026 to undertake a skills assessment in Auslan and English.
The skills assessment will be held in January 2027. It will take approximately one to 1.5 hours and will test receptive (sight) comprehension skills, and appropriate sign production and articulation skills in Auslan.
Entry into this course is competitive, and applications are assessed in the order that they are received until the selection task date below, if places are still available.
For your best chance at admission into this course, you are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
The link to submit your selection task will appear on the applicant dashboard after you have submitted your application.
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| Direct applicants | 8 January 2027 |
The Diploma of Interpreting (Auslan) selection task requires that applicants demonstrate proficiency in English and in Australian Sign Language (Auslan).
If YES, please upload a copy of your official award or English proficiency test results.
If NO, RMIT will arrange for you to complete the Versant English Placement Test at no cost (maximum one test sitting per applicant per intake).
If YES, you will be invited to undertake a skills assessment in person to be held in January 2027. The date, time, location and further information will be provided to you by the end of 2026. Please be advised that you will not receive an outcome to your application until after the skills assessment has taken place.
If NO, please be advised that applicants with limited or no experience in Auslan are not eligible for this course.
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.
By understanding the types of activities you'll participate in, you can:
If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there is a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities.
Please contact the Equitable Learning Services (ELS) team to discuss any adjustments you may require. To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with ELS.
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 course so that you can participate fully in your studies.
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.
A pathway is an alternative way to get into a course. RMIT's pathways can help you move through different levels of study to reach the qualification you're aiming for, even if you don't meet the requirements for your destination course.
Unfortunately we are currently unable to offer formal pathways into this course. Contact Study@RMIT to discuss your options.
The Diploma of Interpreting (Auslan) provides credit and guaranteed entry into further study.
Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience.
Credit and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.
Credit may reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant study experience.
When you are submitting an application, please indicate that you want to be considered for credit and provide detailed course syllabus (also known as course outline), outlining volume of learning, course content and weekly topics, learning objectives/outcomes, assessment types and their weightings, and reference to the learning resources such as prescribed textbooks and recommended readings.
The tuition fees you will pay depends on your eligibility for government subsidies.
Not sure which fee type applies to you? Learn more and check your eligibility.
Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.
You may be eligible for a fee concession if you hold a valid Commonwealth Health Care Card, Pensioner Card, or Veteran's Gold Card, or are enrolled in the Asylum Seeker VET program. Find out more about fee concessions.
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$301.60 |
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The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $22.14 per nominal hour ($12,841.20 total).
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$301.60
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$301.60 |
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$6,301.60 |
The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $7.15 per nominal hour ($4,147.00 total).
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Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)
$301.60
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$301.60 |
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$8,551.60 |
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The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $7.15 per nominal hour ($4,147.00 total).
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