The Master of Arts (Translation and Transcultural Communication) is an inter-disciplinary, language-rich and research-rigorous program designed for international students with Chinese language proficiency to acquire knowledge in cross- cultural communication and gain practical skills in translation at postgraduate level.

The program aims to develop the linguistic competence of Chinese-speaking students in translation, and at the same time provide them with intensive research training at an Australian university. The curriculum is specificly designed for students to acquire linguistic and research skills and to develop an understanding of  their culture within a global context.  Both elements are important and relevant to students’ transcultural experiences and transnational futures.

The program comprises 48 units: 24 units of core courses and either a 12 unit dissertation plus 12 units of electives, or 24 units of electives. The standard duration of the program is two years of fulltime study. This program is not available part time.

Students who have completed the Graduate Diploma in Translation and Transcultural Communication will be granted 24 units of credit towards the Masters program.

Written assignments, oral presentation, research, exams.

There has been a sharp increase in the demand for Chinese-speaking, transcultural and transnational professionals in the global market in the past ten years. The program complements this demand by giving students the added knowledge and learning to be employed within and beyond China with translation and transcultural communication skills. The substantial research component in this program makes it possible for aspiring graduates without an Honours qualification from an Australian university to undertake PhD study, thereby providing a career path for them to pursue research careers at a global level.

1. Increased analytical and critical skills, the ability to communicate ideas effectively and to argue from evidence, the ability to set appropriate goals and to work independently and/or cooperatively.

2. Familiarity with transcultural theories and debates in the fields of cultural and social studies and communication.

3. Greater sensitivity to inter-cultural understanding.

4. The skills to translate and interpret between English and Chinese.

5. Further development of effective communication skills.

6. Being better equipped for independent study and research work.

7. An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context.

8. The nurturing of independent thought, creativity and critical judgement.

9. A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.