Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation) Dean's Scholars

The Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation) Dean's Scholars provides opportunities for exceptional students who have achieved outstanding results in relevant HSC (High School Certificate) subjects. It is designed to provide students with appropriate training and theoretical background to equip them to work as professional interpreters or translators.

The course consists of a key field of study in interpreting and translation, with other areas of study including language, linguistics and culture. You will be provided with a tailored mentoring and advanced academic study program designed to extend your knowledge and understanding of key disciplines within the Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation).

You will also be invited to participate in the academic and research life, including attending and presenting at symposia and academic seminars. You will meet with senior leadership at regular intervals to discuss your studies and to explore opportunities for further advancement.

Students must maintain a gradepoint average (GPA) of five or above to remain in the course (i.e. a credit average or better must be maintained). Those who do not maintain this average will be transferred to the Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation).

The languages offered at UWS are: Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Japanese, and Spanish. You can also complete minor studies in advanced language, cultural studies and linguistics.

Part time-study is only available to local students and is generally completed by day classes as there are limited night classes.

Special Requirements Prerequisites

Any two units of English and a high level of proficiency (native or near-native level) in one of the languages offered in the course.

Practical experience

During the Interpreting and Translation course, you will benefit from a period of professional practical experience, which occassionally takes place in semester breaks.

Career Opportunities

Australian employers are required to recruit accredited Interpreters and Translators. As this course is approved by Australia’s national accreditation body, the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI), graduates will be qualified to work as interpreters and/or translators in:

»» law
»» health
»» welfare
»» business
»» tourism and international affairs
»» diplomacy
»» foreign affairs and trade.

Interpreters and translators may choose to work for a particular employer or to have the freedom and flexibility of working freelance.

How to Apply

All domestic applications for entry to UWS undergraduate courses must be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) (opens in a new window). Step by step instructions are available on the Apply Now pages.