Advanced Diploma of Translating
PSP60822 | CRICOS COURSE CODE 113170J
Advanced Diploma
The Advanced Diploma of Translating is a NAATI-endorsed professional course, providing students with bilingual skills in English and Chinese, contextual knowledge, and professional ethics. Graduates gain the theoretical and practical skills needed to work competently as professional translators.
📌 Core Knowledge & Skills
Core Knowledge
Contextual knowledge required for professional translation
Bilingual language proficiency in English and Chinese
Ethical standards and professional conduct for translators
Understanding theoretical foundations of translation practices
Skills needed to meet NAATI professional level requirements
Core Skills
Translate complex texts accurately from English into Chinese
Apply practical translation techniques in professional contexts
Use translation tools and technology effectively
Build glossaries and revise translated content
Apply professional codes, standards, and judgement in translation work
Analyse source texts and produce accurate, fit‑for‑purpose translations
Career Opportunities
Translator
Students successfully finishing the PSP60822 Advanced Diploma of Translating course may gain employment in the public and private sectors as an English to Chinese translator, either on a freelance or contract basis. In addition, many graduates may perform some translating tasks as part of their principal duties in jobs requiring translating, bilingual and cross-cultural communication skills, in different industries.
To view outcomes about employment prospects for this qualification see
Study Pathway
Students completing this qualification are eligible for credit against selected university degree programs.
Entry Requirement
Students must have/ or be:
- Be 18 years of age or above
- Completion of Year 12 or equivalent
- ESL (English as Second Language) applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English with an IELTS score of 6, or completion of a recognised Degree or Diploma or equivalent in any discipline from an English speaking country Additionally for Fast-tracked students:
- Undertake an intake test to demonstrate adequate competency in both English and LOTE (Language Other Than English) as part of the enrollment process
Here is a score comparison chart featuring popular English Proficiency Tests as well as Abbey’s English Placement Test:
Qualification units
- PSPTIS103 Build glossaries for translating and interpreting assignments
- PSPTIS106 Translate and certify non-narrative texts
- PSPTIS120 Revise translations
- PSPTIS124 Apply theories to translating work practices
- PSPTIS130 Use translation technology
- PSPTIS145 Apply codes and standards to professional judgement
- PSPTIS146 Negotiate translating or interpreting assignments
- PSPTIS148 Read and analyse special purpose English texts to be translated
- PSPTIS121 Translate special purpose texts from English to LOTE
- PSPTIS125 Demonstrate complex written LOTE proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts
- PSPTIS123 Read and analyse special purpose LOTE texts to be translate
- PSPTIS129 Translate multimedia source material E
- PSPTIS122 Translate special purpose texts from LOTE to English
- CUAWRT401 Edit texts
- PSPTIS126 Demonstrate complex written English proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts
Tuition Fee
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