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PSP60822 Advanced Diploma of Translating

Abbey College Australia

Entry Requirements

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 enrolment process

Here is a score comparison chart featuring popular English Proficiency Tests as well as Abbey’s English Placement Test:

IELTS Academic: 6.0

PTE Academic: 46

TOEFL iBT: 60-73

TOEFL CST: 500-547

Cambridge: First Certificate in English

Abbey's Placement test: 86-90

Course Details

The Advanced Diploma of Translating is a National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) endorsed Professional Level Course. It aims to provide the students with contextual knowledge, bilingual skills in English and Chinese as well as ethics. This knowledge is needed to perform competently as a professional translator, the standard corresponding to NAATI professional levels.

In addition to the regular training and assessments, this course also includes an extra 10 hours per week holistic training component specifically designed to meet such requirements. After successfully completing the course students will be well equipped with both theoretical and practical knowledge skills required for practicing as a translator from English into Chinese.

Career Opportunities

Students successfully finishing the PSP60816 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

Study Pathway

Students completing this qualification are eligible for credit against selected university degree programs.


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Level of Study:

CRICOS Course Code: 113170J

English Requirements: IELTS Score UG


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