University of New South Wales

Master of Translation and Interpreting

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Master of Translation and Interpreting at UNSW is a two-year full-time postgraduate degree that allows you to specialise in an area relevant to your professional translating and interpreting ambitions.

This degree combines translation studies and interpreting courses with elective courses from applied linguistics to provide you a complementary and comprehensive language education tailored to your interests.

You’ll graduate with the knowledge, skills and appropriate certifications required to work as a professional translator or professional interpreter in Australia and beyond.

Our academics provide you with real-world interpreting and translating projects in professional settings. This gives you the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills you've learned through critical analysis, independent research, project management, and teamwork.

Delivery mode

University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • UNSW Sydney, High St, Kensington

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65% and an advanced level of bilingual proficiency.

Applicants should provide the evidence of proficiency in the nominated language through prior study or NAATI certification/accreditation. Alternatively, upon submitting an application, applicants may be prompted to undertake a proficiency test.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $63,500 $91,500 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$63,500
Standard Tuition:
$91,500
Full Fee Tuition:
$63,500
Full Fee Tuition:
$91,500
Enquire with University of New South Wales to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $63,500 $91,500 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of Translation and Interpreting will prepare you for the following roles.

Conference Interpreter Translator

A Conference Interpreter Translator facilitates communication at conferences by translating spoken content in real time. You might work with intern...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Interpreter Translator

An Interpreter or Translator converts written, verbal or signed language into another language. You might translate words into English, or translat...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

International Business Translator

An International Business Translator facilitates communication across languages, specialising in translating documents, contracts, and marketing ma...

Avg yearly income $91,000
Entry barriers Low

About University of New South Wales

Since our foundation in 1949, UNSW Sydney has made an ongoing commitment to improve and transform lives in Australia and globally.

The essence of UNSW Sydney is not found in our impressive facilities or beautiful grounds. It is found in our students, our staff, our alumni and our generous donors. Our collective difference reflects the unique perspectives of our people, place and purpose as we play our part in the creation of a just society.

Our guiding motto, Scientia Corde Manu et Mente–Knowledge by Heart, Hand and Mind–embodies our commitment to embrace diversity of thought, integrity, innovation, and our deep connections with the community.

UNSW is a vibrant, multicultural campus with students and staff from over 120 different nationalities. We believe our cultural diversity is one of our main strengths, as it exposes us to alternative perspectives and experiences in our working, learning and research environments.