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TAFE South Australia is proud on its outstanding range of programs available to international students. You are able choose from more than 100 courses in a large spectrum of Bachelor, Advanced Diploma, Diploma and Certificate courses. TAFE South Australia qualifications are built and examined in consultation with universities and industry and have clearly defined pathways to further study at university. You will get a high quality education in an ideal study environment, with excellent career prospects once you have completed your study program.

Advanced Diploma of Translating

  • Duration: 1 year
  • Note: one year of study is equivalent to not less than 36 weeks of instruction.
  • Course Type: Accredited Course
  • Entry Requirements: Recognised tertiary award or degree in any discipline or National Australian Association of Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) at para-professsional translation level or approved studies in relevant area of proof of considerable work experience in translation. In addition, demonstrated native-like proficiency in one langauage (English or Language other than English) and vocational proficiency in the other language. IELTS score of 6.5 (with a minimum score of 6.5 in the writing and reading bands). Entry test to assess level of both languages. Entrance may also be gained after completing the Diploma of Interpreting and Translating with a minimum score of 70% in translation, plus successful completion of a competency assessment. 
     
  • Commencement Details: January
  • Assessment: Method Modules
    Module based assessment used such as tests, practicals.
  • Expected Employment Outcome Example: Communication is the key word in the languages sector, whether it's written, oral or visual. Studying a language will not only provide you with knowledge and skills in the language itself, but also an insight into the values, attitudes and customs of other cultural groups. Language qualifications at TAFE SA aim to provide practical, vocationally oriented and culturally appropriate skills that will enable you to communicate effectively in written and oral forms. Many students learn a language in conjunction with another course or employment.
  • Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.
  • Skills Covered:
    Translating text and cultural meaning from one language to another; understanding context and language structure; researching; manipulating text; recognising different styles and registers; using technology including word processing, internet, and email; basic office procedures including invoicing and record keeping.
  • Study Mode:
    Face to face in a classroom

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