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Department of Linguistics

Master of Conference Interpreting

    Availability:

     

    Sem 1: Chinese only

    On-campus only

    Duration:

     

    1 year full time

    Commencement:

     

    March only

    Completion requirements:

     

    32 cp: 12 core units plus dissertation or 8 credit points from optional units.

    Core Units:

    • TRAN 839 Introduction to Interpreting (2cp)
    • TRAN 840 Simultaneous Interpreting into LOTE 1 (2cp)
    • TRAN 841 Simultaneous Interpreting into English 1 (2cp)
    • TRAN 842 Simultaneous Interpreting into LOTE 2 (2cp)
    • TRAN 843 Simultaneous Interpreting into English 2 (2cp)
    • TRAN 844 Mock Conference 1 (2cp)
    • TRAN 845 Mock Conference 2 (2cp)
    • TRAN 846 Special Topics for Conference Interpreters 1 (2cp)
    • TRAN 847 Special Topics for Conference Interpreters 2 (2cp)
    • TRAN 848 Action Research in Interpreting (2cp)
    • TRAN 849 Advanced Consecutive interpreting 1 (2cp)
    • TRAN 850 Advanced Consecutive interpreting 2 (2cp)

    Optional Units

    • TRAN 830 Dissertation (8cp)
    • TRAN834 Advanced Translation Practice 1 (4cp)
    • TRAN836 Advanced Translation Practice 2 (4cp)
    • LING 903 Languages and Cultures in Contact (4cp)
    • LING 904 Pragmatics (4cp)
    • IRPG840  The International System (4cp)
    • IRPG841  Theory of International Relations (4cp)
    • IPRG849  International political economy (4cp)

    Convenor:

     

    		Dr Stanley Song

    Admission requirements:

     

    Candidates will hold NAATI professional accreditation in interpreting or completion of Postgraduate Diploma or Master of Translating and Interpreting with the minimum grade of Distinction for TRAN 822 or equivalent overseas qualification prior to commencement.

    Description:

     

    The aim of the course is to enhance the qualifications of practising interpreters who are accredited at professional level by NAATI or have had training in interpreting equivalent to this level (eg completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Translating and Interpreting at Macquarie University with a grade of Distinction or above in TRAN822), by teaching them research and practical skills involved in conference interpreting in a simulated conference setting.
    Articulation with existing courses and credits for previous studies:

     

    		 Master of Conference Interpreting is a self-contained course with entry requirements formulated in a way that will allow the admittance of individuals already holding relevant professional qualifications and students who have completed the existing Postgraduate Diploma or Master of Translating and Interpreting at Macquarie University. No credit (advanced standing) will be awarded for previous studies – all required core and optional units must be done.
    How to apply 

     
    If you are an international student:

    The International Office handles all applications for international students.

    For further information on the Master of Translating & Interpreting and the Diploma of Translating & Interpreting programs, please visit the Macquarie International website.

    You can access application forms and step-by-step information on how to apply: http://www.international.mq.edu.au/pdfs/pdfs/MQPGapplication09.pdf

    If you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen:

    You can apply through UAC (University Admissions Centre) on-line by clicking on the following link:  http://www.uac.edu.au/postgraduate/

    Please note that it is advisable to read through all the COURSE DETAILS on the UAC website before you commence the application process, then follow the steps to submit your application on-line.

    Your application will be assessed by Academic staff in the Department of Linguistics and you will be advised of the outcome of your application by UAC.

    If you are an Australian citizen, you may be eligible for financial support through the federal government FEE-HELP scheme - see http://www.goingtouni.gov.au

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