Master of Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation (MAJIT)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
2 Years full-time
Commencing semesters, 2010
Semester 1
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
32
Program code
5207
Faculty
Campus
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in any field or equivalent with a grade point average of 4.5 OR a GC/GDip in the relevant field. Proficiency in spoken and written Japanese and English.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2010:
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 13100
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the School of Language & Comparative Cultural Studies.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Languages and Comparative Cultural Studies
Email: slccs@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6311
Duration
2 Years full-time
Commencing semesters, 2010
Semester 1
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
32
Program code
5207
Faculty
Campus
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in any field or equivalent with a grade point average of 4.5 OR a GC/GDip in the relevant field. Proficiency in spoken and written Japanese and English.
CRICOS Code: 013035D
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 21600
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - August 31 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Master of Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation?
This is a professional program providing training for students with very high levels of competence in the Japanese and English languages as translators and conference interpreters. It covers four broad, interlinked areas of study: theoretical and practical training in interpreting techniques; theoretical and practical training in translation techniques; training in ancillary skills such as public speaking and job-specific research; and training in professional areas such as ethics and business skills.
National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters at the first Professional level (formerly NAATI level 3).
NAATI accreditation at Conference Interpreter and Advanced Translator level (formerly NAATI Level 4)
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in any field or equivalent with a grade point average of 4.5 OR a GC/GDip in the relevant field. Proficiency in spoken and written Japanese and English.
Additional application information
Work experience desirable but not essential. Applicants sit an aptitude test set by the School of Languages and Comparative Cultural Studies before being admitted to the program. A fee may apply for the MAJIT aptitude test. Contact the School of Languages and Comparative Cultural Studies for more information (email slccs@uq.edu.au).
The MAJIT program offers an optional summer study program in Japan between the first and second years of the program. Arrangements with Inter School and ISS enable students to undertake in-country interpreting training at the school of their choice.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the School of Language & Comparative Cultural Studies.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in any field or equivalent with a grade point average of 4.5 OR a GC/GDip in the relevant field. Proficiency in spoken and written Japanese and English.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 013035D
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - August 31 of the previous year.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
Accreditation body
National Accreditation Authority For Translators And Interpreters
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2010:
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 13100
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students� actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 21600
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students� actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Additional costs
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
Fee rules
View the 2010 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Master of Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation
Careers
The program trains graduates for work as conference interpreters and/or translators. It is anticipated that graduates of the program will gain employment as interpreters and/or translators or else upgrade their language skills to a level where they can be used in the practice of another profession.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters at the first Professional level (formerly NAATI level 3).
- NAATI accreditation at Conference Interpreter and Advanced Translator level (formerly NAATI Level 4)
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Master of Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation
To complete the Master of Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #32 from the MAJIT List comprising -
- #16 from Part A; and
- #16 from Part B.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation.
Program Rules for the Master of Arts in Japanese Interpreting and Translation
Early exit points
Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:
