Graduate Certificate in Translation and Interpreting
- Commencing Terms
- Term 1 & 3
- Duration
- 0.7
- Delivery Mode
- Face-to-face (includes blended), Online
- Campus
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Kensington
- Codes
- Program code 7204
- CRICOS code 106116G
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Commonwealth Supported Places are available for this program2026 Indicative CSP first year fee
- $2,500*
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2026 Indicative CSP fee to complete degree
- $2,500*
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2026 Indicative first year full fee
- $25,000*
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2026 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $25,500*
Entry Requirements
Fees
Fees
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13 language specialisations
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Professional experience
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NAATI endorsement
Admissions update for international students
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- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- How to apply
- Fees & Scholarships
Overview
The 91É«ÇéƬÌýGraduate CertificateÌýin Translation and Interpreting allows you to build professional translating and interpreting skills and begin to specialise according to your career goals. You'll develop practical techniques with access to currentÌýreal-worldÌýtechnologies and withÌýtranslation studiesÌýand interpretingÌýcourseworkÌýled by industry-experienced lecturers.
ThisÌýpostgraduateÌýprogram is endorsed by theÌýNational Accreditation Authority for Translators and InterpretersÌý(NAATI) and prepares you for their certification exams.
Why study aÌýgraduate certificate?
This is the fastest pathway to a professional qualification or further study at 91É«ÇéƬ - you can be qualified in less than a year. In comparison, theÌýgraduate diplomaÌýtakes one year to complete, and theÌýmaster’s degreeÌýtakes two years.
Both higher programs offer more knowledge and opportunities for specialisation and professional development – they also credit this certificate as recognition for prior learning. If you wish to quickly achieve a professional standard from a recognised institution, this certificate is ideal for you.
Key features
Customised study plan
Choose courses that focus on your preferred specialisation, including legal, medical, business, media, and community translation and interpreting. Depending on demand, you’ll build your specialisation in Chinese (Mandarin), Chinese (Cantonese), French, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Portuguese, Serbian, Spanish or Turkish.
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You'll have access to the latest interpreting andÌýtranslation technologyÌýand equipment including training stations, simultaneous interpreting booths, a moot courtroom, translation memories, machine translation, audio-visual translation (subtitling and captioning) and corpus linguistics software.
NAATI endorsement
The National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) endorses this graduate certificate, which means you will be prepared to sit the following exams with NAATI:
- Certified Provisional Interpreter
- Certified Interpreter
- Certified Translator
Professional experience
Apply what you learn in class to dynamic, real-world professional settings that complement the academic components of your chosen courses.
Potential to level up
Courses in this program can be credited toward the 91É«ÇéƬ Graduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting, which in turn can be credited toward the 91É«ÇéƬ Master of Translation and Interpreting.
Why study at 91É«ÇéƬ?
- Connect with 91É«ÇéƬ’s strongÌýindustry links and partnerships
- Join a proudly diverse, collaborative, and inclusive community
- Learn through supportive, research-informed teaching
- Access a globalÌýalumni network
- Endorsement with NAATI
Entry requirements
A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) or higher degree qualification in any field with a credit average (equivalent to a 91É«ÇéƬ WAM 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.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Students who have completed the short courses below are eligible to receive up to 6 units of credit (UOC) per course, up to a maximum of 12 UOC, towards their program, in line with the requirements and limitations specified by the 91É«ÇéƬ Recognition of Prior Learning Procedure:
SC0002 Introduction to Interpreting and Translation -> unspecified credit towards an elective
SC0003 Advanced Legal Interpreting -> MODL5101 Interpreting in Legal Settings
SC0005 Introduction to Translation Technology -> MODL5107 Translation Technology
English language requirements
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You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at 91É«ÇéƬ depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why 91É«ÇéƬ requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.Ìý
A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) or higher degree qualification in any field with a credit average (equivalent to a 91É«ÇéƬ WAM of 65) and an advanced level of bilingual proficiency.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Students who have completed the short courses below are eligible to receive up to 6 units of credit (UOC) per course, up to a maximum of 12 UOC, towards their program, in line with the requirements and limitations specified by the 91É«ÇéƬ Recognition of Prior Learning Procedure:
SC0002 Introduction to Interpreting and Translation -> unspecified credit towards an elective
SC0003 Advanced Legal Interpreting -> MODL5101 Interpreting in Legal Settings
SC0005 Introduction to Translation Technology -> MODL5107 Translation Technology
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at 91É«ÇéƬ depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why 91É«ÇéƬ requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at 91É«ÇéƬ. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit theÌýEnglish Language RequirementsÌýpage.Ìý
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
What will I study?
91É«ÇéƬ is introducing a new academic calendar from 2028.
We are moving to a new flex-semester calendar. What does this mean for your studies?Ìý
Program structure
The Graduate Certificate in Translation and Interpreting involves completing four courses: a core discipline course, two practical courses (one in interpreting, one in translation) and a prescribed elective. You can tailor the practical courses and prescribed elective toward your career goals and interests.
Courses
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- Research and Theories of Translation and Interpreting
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You'll choose one practical course in interpreting. This list is a sample only, for the current course list please visit the .
- Interpreting in Legal Settings
- Interpreting in Community Settings
- Conference Interpreting
- Community of Practice for Interpreting
- Interpreting Certification Preparation
- Advanced Conference Interpreting
- Interpreting in International Settings
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You'll choose one practical course in translation. This list is a sample only, for the current course list please visit the .
- Multimedia Translation
- Specialised Translation
- Translation Technology
- Translation Certification Preparation
- Advanced Translation Technology and Industry Practice
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You'll choose one prescribed elective. This list is a sample only, for the full and current course list please visit the .
- Any of the practical courses list above
- Second Language Acquisition
- Language Technology
- Cross-cultural Pragmatics
- Current Issues in Bilingualism
Note: this information is subject to change. For the most current information, please view the Program Structure in theÌý.
Future careers
A Graduate Certificate in Translation and Interpreting will build the framework to support and strengthen your career progression as a translator or interpreter.
Career opportunities
Depending on the courses you choose, you can work toward a career in the following industries:
- Business and economics
- Education and academia
- Health
- Law and international relations
- Marketing and publishing
- Media and journalism
- Tourism
- Science and technology
How to apply
Applications must be submitted through ourÌýÌýportal. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term. Some high-demand programs and faculties with limited places may have an earlier application deadline or commencement date.ÌýFind out more.
Ready to start your application?
For most international students, applications are submitted viaÌýourÌý service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.
Some high-demand programs with limited places, may have an earlier application deadline or may have an earlier commencement date.ÌýFor details, visit theÌýinternational admissions information page.
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Ready to start your application?
Fees & Scholarships
There are a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) available for this degree/program.ÌýYour eligibility to receive a CSP will be automatically assessed when you apply, please ensure you preference the CSP code in UAC to be considered. Start your postgraduate application today with our guide onÌýhow to apply. 
Please note that eligibility for Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) is competitive, with places awarded based on academic merit. To find out more about Commonwealth Supported Places visit Postgraduate Commonwealth Support.
Commonwealth Study Assistance such as Austudy, and Youth Allowance is available for some master’s degrees. For the most up-to-date information and list of degrees visitÌý91É«ÇéƬ Current Student Financial Support.
*Fees are subject to annual review (or when required) by the University and may vary accordingly.
Indicative fees are a guide only and have been calculated based on the typical enrolment patterns of students undertaking theÌýdegree/program.ÌýThe indicative fees listed here is an estimate for tuition only and excludes non-tuition fees and charges. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year of enrolment, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (48 units of credit (UOC) per year).
You should not rely on indicative fees as fee increases are assessed whenÌýrequiredÌýand may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Actual fees are calculated on enrolment. More information on fees can be found at theÌý.
*Fees are subject to annual review (or whenÌýrequired) by the University and may vary accordingly.Ìý
The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated averageÌýusing historical student enrolment patterns for each program, which may change every year. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year you enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).Ìý
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at theÌý.Ìý
Indicative first year fees are for tuition only. Indicative fees to complete the degree/programÌýinclude tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs ofÌýapproximately $1,000Ìýper year and have been calculated based on percentage increase for every year of the degree/program, noting that actual fee increase may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Other fees and charges are not included. To find out more about other costs for international students, visitÌý.Ìý
Tuition fees are charged on a term basis irrespective of when studies areÌýcommenced.ÌýFor detailed program-specific fees, please refer to theÌýAGSM Program FeesÌýpage.Ìý
Scholarships
At 91É«ÇéƬ, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.
Progress starts here – at a world-leading universityÌý
TopÌý20 Worldwide
​91É«ÇéƬ is ranked #20 university in the world
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QS World University Rankings,Ìý2024–2026
Most Employable Graduates
Winner of the AFR Most Employable University AwardÌýseven years in a row
AFR Top100 Future LeadersÌý& Graduate Employers Awards, 2020–2026
Australia's #1 for Innovation
Highest number of startups and spinouts from university-developed tech
SCOPR report, 2024
The student community collectively inspire and encourage my individual career goals.
