For an up-to-date list of units of study for this degree, please refer to the online postgraduate handbook.<br/>

Full units of study list

• ARBC6912 - Arabic for Advanced Studies 2
• ARBC6915 - Advanced Arabic Translation 1
• ARBC6916 - Advanced Arabic Translation 2
• ARTS7000 - Academic Communication for Postgraduates
• ASNS6010 - Asian Language Acquisition 1
• ASNS6011 - Asian Language Acquisition 2
• ENGL6946 - Communication in Professional Contexts A
• ENGL6962 - Communication in Professional Contexts B
• LNGS7001 - Structure of English
• LNGS7006 - Cross-Cultural Communication
• LNGS7101 - Bilingualism
• LNGS7275 - World Englishes
• TRNS6901 - Advanced Language Skills for Translators
• TRNS6902 - Practical Translation
• TRNS6903 - Advanced Practical Translation
• TRNS6904 - Text Analysis and Translation
• TRNS6905 - Translation Project
• TRNS6906 - Bicultural Comparison for Translators
• TRNS6910 - Translation Fieldwork
• TRNS7000 - Translation Studies A
• TRNS7001 - Translation Studies B

• Graduate Diploma in Translation Studies

Study plan

72 credit points from the Translation Studies program, comprising:

8 core units (worth 54 credit points)
3 elective units (worth 18 credit points): TRNS6901 Advanced Language Skills for Translators or CHNS7001 Structure of Chinese; LNGS7001 Structure of English or ENGL6946 Communication in Professional Contexts A or ENGL6962 Communication in Professional Contexts B or EDPJ5024 English in Academic Settings; and LNGS7006 Cross-Cultural Communication

Progression rules

Under normal progression, a student shall undertake and successfully complete all units of study to the value of 24 credit points per semester as prescribed for the course. Candidates must maintain a credit average result or above, normally over at least the first 4 units of study, in order to qualify for admission to the dissertation units of study. Students are required to attend all lectures, tutorials and other activities prescribed for their units of study. Admission to the unit of study TRNS6903, Advanced Practical Translation, requires a minimum result of 70% in the prerequisite core unit of study, TRNS6902, Practical Translation.

Capstone experience

Eligible candidates undertaking the degree of Master of Translation Studies complete a translation project and associated fieldwork in their final semester. The project and fieldwork are undertaken on an approved topic over two units of study with a value of 12 credit points, under the supervision of an academic staff member.

Graduate opportunities

The Master of Translation Studies equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to pursue work as a translator with national and international agencies, in subtitling, software translation and localisation. Translator skills also give graduate a competitive edge in many other professions, such as law, commerce and journalism.

Further study

Graduates of the Master of Translation Studies who have completed a dissertation with a meritorious grade are eligible to pursue a higher degree by research in their chosen subject area.

Domestic students

How to apply

Australian citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens, and holders of a permanent humanitarian visa, must apply through UAC.

http://www.uac.edu.au/

Please note: not all courses are offered in the July semester intake.

Admission requirements

Admission to candidature for the Master of Translation Studies requires:

(a) a bachelor’s degree with a minimum credit (65%) average, from the University of Sydney, including a major in a relevant subject area in the humanities or social sciences, or an equivalent qualification; and

(b) a level of competence in a language other than English at a standard acceptable to the Faculty; or

(c) completion of the Graduate Diploma in Translation Studies with a minimum credit (65%) average, including a mark of at least 65% in TRNS6902 Practical Translation, or an equivalent qualification.

International students

How to apply

Overseas applicants may apply:
(i) directly to the University via the International Office. Further information on applications and English language requirements and support services for international students is available on the International Office website; or

(ii) through a University overseas representative (education agent).

Admission requirements

Admission to candidature for the Master of Translation Studies requires:

(a) a bachelor’s degree with a minimum credit (65%) average, from the University of Sydney, including a major in a relevant subject area in the humanities or social sciences, or an equivalent qualification; and

(b) a level of competence in a language other than English at a standard acceptable to the Faculty; or

(c) completion of the Graduate Diploma in Translation Studies with a minimum credit (65%) average, including a mark of at least 65% in TRNS6902 Practical Translation, or an equivalent qualification.

Domestic students

*(1)Indicative Postgraduate Student Contribution Amount

This student contribution amount for a Commonwealth Supported Place is an indication only of the fees that are payable by you in the calendar year you commence your course, commencing in 2012 for a standard annual full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). The exact student contribution that you pay will depend on the specific units of study in which you ultimately enrol. If you are a Commonwealth supported student and was enrolled in a University course before 1 January 2011 your student contribution may differ.

Annual review

Importantly, student contribution amounts are subject to annual review by the University, and are likely to increase each year of your period of study (subject to a Commonwealth specified cap), effective at the start of each calendar year.

For further information about how to calculate your specific total student contribution please refer to the University's Future Student's online webpages at http://sydney.edu.au/future_students/domestic_undergraduate/costs/calculating_costs.shtml

*(2)Postgraduate Domestic Tuition Fee

This 2012 tuition fee for a domestic postgraduate student represents the fee that is payable by you in the calendar year you commence your course, commencing in 2012 for a standard annual full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). If your study load is more or less than the 1.0 EFSTL your fee will differ.

Annual review

Importantly, tuition fees are subject to annual review by the University, and are likely to increase each year of your period of study, effective at the start of each calendar year.

Additional incidental fees

For some courses there are incidental fees additional to the student contribution and/or course fee. Some of those fees are significant, for example, faculty-specific materials, tools, protected clothing and equipment. For further information about these additional incidental fees, please visit the University's Future Student's online webpage at http://sydney.edu.au/future_students

Potential for inaccuracy

Whilst every reasonable effort has been made to include correct and up to date information in this prospectus, you are also advised to consult directly with the Student Centre for domestic students or the International Office for international students so that they can provide you with specific and up to date information about those fees.

The academic requirements that are displayed are applicable to currently available courses only, and are updated annually in October and may be changed without notice. The Faculty Handbook and the University of Sydney Calendar are the official legal source of information relating to study at the University of Sydney, and you are referred to those documents

International students

International tuition fees for postgraduate students

This 2012 tuition fee for international postgraduate students represents the fees that are payable by you in the calendar year you commence your course, commencing in 2012 for a standard annual full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). If your study load is more or less than the 1.0 EFSTL your fee will differ.

Annual review

Importantly, tuition fees are subject to annual review, and are likely to increase each year of your period of study, effective at the start of each calendar year.

Additional incidental fees and health insurance

For some courses there are incidental fees additional to the tuition fees. Some of those fees are significant, for example, faculty-specific materials, tools, protected clothing, and equipment. For further information about these additional incidental fees, please visit the University's Future Student's online webpage at http://sydney.edu.au/future_students/international_postgraduate_coursework or http://sydney.edu.au/future_students/international_postgraduate_research

In addition to the fees indicated here for the course of study, International Students studying on an Australian Student Visa must have appropriate health insurance for the duration of their studies on a Student Visa through an approved provider of the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) scheme. This is a requirement of the Australian Government, unless otherwise exempted by the Government.

Potential for inaccuracy

Whilst every reasonable effort has been made to include correct and up to date information here, you are also advised to consult directly with the Student Centre for domestic students or the International Office for international students so that they can provide you with specific and up to date information about those fees.