Diploma in Arts/Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation) (6041)
- Approved Abbreviation: DipArts/BA Int&Trans
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 6041
- AQF Level: 7
CRICOS Code: 0100188
This program is suspended from Term 1, 2025, no new students will be admitted from this session.
This program applies to students who commenced in 2018 or later.
The Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation) program is designed to provide students with appropriate training and theoretical background to equip them to work as professional interpreters and/or translators. The program consists of a key field of study in Interpreting and Translation and a major in language, linguistics and cultural studies. Students also complete a period of professional practical experience. Students who complete the program are eligible to sit for certification by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) at the Certified Interpreter and Translator level. Students in Diploma in Arts/ Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation) may qualify for the alternate exit program 1813 Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation Studies) by completing a subject in lieu of LANG 3067 Preparation for NAATI Certification (UG).
The first year of this program is delivered by Western Sydney University The College, as an agent of Western Sydney University, via extended face-to-face hours in smaller learning environments. A Diploma in Arts exit point is also available at the end of the first year of the program.
For more information on Western Sydney University, The College, please refer to their web site.
Western Sydney University, The College
Early Exit
Students may exit this program on completion of 110 credit points with a 7049 Diploma in Arts
Study Mode
Three years full-time or six years part-time.
Program Advice
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bankstown City Campus 1 | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| Parramatta City Campus-Macquarie Street1 2 | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| Parramatta City Campus-Macquarie Street | Part Time | Internal | See above |
| The College - Nirimba Education Precinct1 | Full Time | Internal | See above |
- 1
Students will study at either Bankstown City or WSU The College Nirimba campus for their first year of study.
- 2
From second year onwards, students will study at Parramatta City Campus.
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation) is an Endorsed Qualification for the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) at the Certified Interpreter and Translator level (formerly Level 3). Students who wish to sit for NAATI Certification must pass the subject LANG 3067 Preparation for NAATI Certification (UG). Students who are unable to pass this subject will be able to graduate with the Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation Studies) as an alternative exit, provided they pass an alternative subject of 10 credit points.
Inherent Requirements
There are inherent requirements for this program that you must meet in order to complete your program and graduate. Make sure you read and understand the requirements for this program online.
Work Integrated Learning
Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations and practices of their profession or discipline. This program includes a placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience.
There is a mandatory work component required for completion of this program. Please contact the Program Advisor listed above for information.
International students should also refer to the link below for more information and a link to the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
Admission
For more information on applying please see link to The College admission pages below.
https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/thecollege/how_to_apply
Domestic students are required to have
- Competency in English at IELTS 6.0 equivalent (unless a native speaker) Or
- Passed The College English test with 70% or higher Or
- Passed The College Foundation Studies Academic English subject at C grade level or higher.
Met other entry requirements such as
- An ATAR identified prior to the offer of a place, Or
- Completed The College Foundation Studies program with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher.
International students must satisfy one of the following language requirements
- IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each sub band Or
- Completed the College EAP 4 program with a 50% pass Or
- Passed The College English test with 70% or higher Or
- Passed The College Foundation Studies Academic English subject at C grade level or higher for which advanced standing can be applied for.
Academic Entry Requirements vary according to country of origin. However, in general
- Completion of Year 12 or its equivalent is the minimum entry requirement Or
- Completed The College Foundation Studies program with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher.
Program Structure
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 270 credit points which include the subjects listed under the recommended Sequence tab. Students must also complete a minimum of 60 credit points at Level 3.
Western Sydney University The College subjects
Bankstown, Parramatta City and Nirimba (The College subjects only)
Please note that all campuses may not have intakes each year.
- Students must pass all College Preparatory subjects before progressing to the Year 2 subjects.
- Students must pass at least 70 credit points of University level subjects in Year 1 before progressing to the Year 2 subjects.
In order to ensure that Bachelor of Arts students meet the program requirements, all students must seek advice from their Academic Program Advisor when transitioning to the second year of their program.
Qualification for this award then requires the successful completion of a further 160 credit points with no less than 60 credit points at Level 3.
Western Sydney University subjects
Parramatta City Campus
Interpreting and Translation Pool
Students must complete 60 credit points from the Interpreting and Translation pool.
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| LANG 2014 | Community Translation (UG) | 10 |
| LANG 2023 | Interpreting Skills | 10 |
| LANG 3060 | Legal Interpreting (UG) | 10 |
| LANG 3065 | Medical Interpreting (UG) | 10 |
| LANG 3083 | Specialised Translation (UG) | 10 |
| LANG 3084 | Text Analysis for Translation (UG) | 10 |
| LANG 2047 | Translation Technologies | 10 |
Linguistics Pool
Students must complete 30 credit points from the Linguistics pool.
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| LANG 3016 | Bilingualism and Biculturalism | 10 |
| LANG 1014 | Introduction to Linguistics | 10 |
| LANG 3071 | Second Language Acquisition | 10 |
| LANG 2041 | Structure of Language | 10 |
| LANG 1028 | The Sound of Language | 10 |
| LANG 2034 | Meaning in Language | 10 |
| LANG 2037 | Pragmatics | 10 |
| LANG 3030 | Discourse Analysis | 10 |
| LANG 3034 | Historical Linguistics | 10 |
| LANG 3045 | Intercultural Communication | 10 |
| BEHV 3019 | Psychology of Language | 10 |
| LANG 3031 | Discovering Language: Everything you've ever wanted to know but never asked | 10 |
| LANG 3073 | Sociolinguistics | 10 |
Languages Pool
Students must complete 20 credit points from this pool at Level 3.
Arabic
Level 3 Arabic language pool from the Bachelor of Arts listed under the Arabic, Major
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| LANG 3009 | Arabic 301 | 10 |
| LANG 3011 | Arabic 302 - Arabic Advanced Language and Grammar | 10 |
| LANG 3012 | Arabic 303: Advanced Writing Skills | 10 |
| LANG 3013 | Arabic 304: Arabic Advanced Speaking | 10 |
| LANG 3014 | Arabic 306: Arabic Novel and Short Story | 10 |
| LANG 3015 | Arabic 308: Language Past and Present | 10 |
| LANG 3045 | Intercultural Communication | 10 |
| LANG 3082 | Special Study in Languages and Linguistics | 10 |
Chinese
Level 3 Chinese language pool from the Bachelor of Arts listed under the Chinese, Major
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| LANG 3020 | Chinese 301 | 10 |
| LANG 3021 | Chinese 302 | 10 |
| LANG 3022 | Chinese 303: Twentieth-Century Chinese Literature | 10 |
| LANG 3023 | Chinese 304: Chinese Classical Literature | 10 |
| LANG 3024 | Chinese 305: Chinese Cinema | 10 |
| LANG 3025 | Chinese 306: Traditional Chinese Thought | 10 |
| LANG 3026 | Chinese 307: The Cultural Context of China | 10 |
| LANG 3045 | Intercultural Communication | 10 |
| LANG 3082 | Special Study in Languages and Linguistics | 10 |
Japanese
Level 3 Japanese language pool from the Bachelor of Arts listed under the Japanese, Major
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| LANG 3051 | Japanese 301 | 10 |
| LANG 3052 | Japanese 302 | 10 |
| LANG 3053 | Japanese 303: Contemporary Culture and Society | 10 |
| LANG 3054 | Japanese 304: Discourse in Japanese | 10 |
| LANG 3055 | Japanese 305: Advanced Reading and Writing | 10 |
| LANG 3056 | Japanese 306: Japanese Popular Culture | 10 |
| LANG 3045 | Intercultural Communication | 10 |
| LANG 3082 | Special Study in Languages and Linguistics | 10 |
Spanish
Some subjects below need to be completed cross-institutionally as they are no longer available at Western Sydney University.
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| LANG 3045 | Intercultural Communication | 10 |
| LANG 3074 | Spanish 301 | 10 |
| LANG 3075 | Spanish 302 | 10 |
| LANG 3076 | Spanish 303: Advanced Writing Skills | 10 |
| LANG 3077 | Spanish 304: Advanced Speaking Skills | 10 |
| LANG 3078 | Spanish 305: Contemporary Literature | 10 |
| LANG 3079 | Spanish 306: Contemporary History | 10 |
| LANG 3080 | Spanish 307: Classical Literature | 10 |
| LANG 3081 | Spanish 308: Spanish Sociolinguistics | 10 |
| LANG 3072 | Short Fiction in the Americas | 10 |
| LANG 3082 | Special Study in Languages and Linguistics | 10 |
Recommended Sequence
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 270 credit points as per the recommended sequence below.
Full-time start-year intake
| Year 1 | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|
| First term of study | ||
| LANG 0003 | Academic English (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| LANG 0009 | Academic Skills for Arts (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| COMM 0011 | Texts and Communication (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| LANG 1032 | Thinking Critically About Texts and Society (WSTC) | 10 |
| Second term of study | ||
| LANG 1031 | Foundations of Academic English (WSTC) | 10 |
| HUMN 1059 | When Worlds Collide: European Empires and the World, c.1600-1950 (WSTC) | 10 |
| HUMN 1056 | Diversity, Language and Culture (WSTC) | 10 |
| Third term of study | ||
| LANG 1016 | Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC) | 10 |
| HUMN 1055 | Australian Politics and Active Citizenship (WSTC) | 10 |
| HUMN 1067 | Introduction to Culture and Society (WSTC) | 10 |
| Select one of the following: | 10 | |
| World Politics and International Relations (WSTC) | ||
| Mathematical Patterns and Relationships (WSTC) | ||
| Students may exit at this point and graduate with the Diploma in Arts following a passing grade in all of the above subjects. Students who progress onto Year 2 may also be awarded the Diploma if they gain a passing grade in all of the Year 1 College subjects. | ||
| Credit Points | 110 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| LANG 1014 | Introduction to Linguistics | 10 |
| LANG 1017 | Introduction to Translation | 10 |
| Select two Interpreting and Translation pool subjects | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| LANG 1013 | Introduction to Interpreting | 10 |
| Select one Interpreting and Translation pool subject | 10 | |
| Select one Linguistics pool subject | 10 | |
| Select one Level 3 subject from the Language major | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| Select two Interpreting and Translation pool subjects | 20 | |
| Select one Linguistics pool subject | 10 | |
| Select one Level 3 subject from the Language major | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| LANG 3049 | Interpreting and Translation Professional Practicum (UG) | 10 |
| LANG 3067 | Preparation for NAATI Certification (UG) | 10 |
| Select one Interpreting and Translation pool subject | 10 | |
| Select one Linguistics pool subject | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 270 | |
Equivalent core subjects
The subjects listed below count towards completion of this program for students who passed these subjects in 2019 or earlier.
HUMN 1003 - Analytical Reading and Writing (WSTC)
HUMN 1006 - Australia and the World (WSTC)
HUMN 1011 - Contemporary Society (WSTC)
HUMN 1023 - Global History (WSTC)
LANG 1027 - Texts and Traditions (WSTC)
Equivalent subjects
The subjects listed below count towards completion of this program for students who passed these subjects in 2022 or earlier.
HUMN 1018 Everyday Life (WSTC), replaced by HUMN 1067 Introduction to Culture and Society (WSTC)
POLI 1003 Introduction to International Relations (WSTC), replaced by POLI 1008 World Politics and International Relations (WSTC)