University
University of CanterburyPostgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Duration
2 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
UC's Postgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting (PGDipT&I) will develop your language expertise into a career as either a translator or interpreter.
Gain broad skills in computer and literary translation tools or interpreting for different scenarios, and learn the historical, cultural, and political influences around engaging diversity in language.
With successful completion of this degree, you will meet the requirements to apply for certification with the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI).
What will my study involve?- Advance your knowledge of Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, or Te Reo Māori language — or other languages with approved supervision at UC.
- Courses in either translation or interpreting, with opportunities for practical placements, projects, and research.
- Meet the requirements to apply for certification with the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI).
- TRIN401 In Other Words What: Theory and Practice of Translation and Interpreting
- TRIN403 Translating in the Digital Era: Tools and Practices
- TRIN404 Translating and Interpreting for the Community
- TRIN405 Translation and Interpreting Portfolio
- TRIN406 Translation and Interpreting Research Project
- TRIN407 Advanced Language Acquisition and Specialised Translation/Interpreting Study Abroad
- TRIN409 Introduction to Simultaneous Interpreting: Foundations and Practice
- Chinese courses
- French courses
- German courses
- Japanese courses
- Russian courses
- Spanish courses
- Te Reo Māori courses
- LING400 English Structures
- LING615 World Englishes
- PACE495 Professional and Community Engagement Internship
- WRIT402 Writing for Community Change
Entry criteria
You will need one of the following to apply to the PGDipT&I:
- A bachelor's degree with at least 60 points in 300-level language courses at a B+ grade average, or equivalent level, from either Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, or Te Reo Māori
- Any bachelor's degree with relevant professional or other work experience in one of the approved languages above, or another language which may be available on application
- A Postgraduate Certificate in Translation and Interpreting with a B grade average or better
- Extensive practical, professional, or academic experience that demonstrates your ability to complete postgraduate studies, and demonstrated equivalent competence in an appropriate language.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to provide evidence of your English language ability with the equivalent of IELTS (Academic) overall of 7, with no section less than 6.5. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, UC offers an English for Academic Purposes (EAP 2) course.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting or use the admission requirements checker.
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