"Interpreters use their knowledge of languages and cultures to relay verbal messages and gestures between two or more people who do not speak the same language."
Interpreters may perform the following tasks:
interpret communications between two parties
provide simultaneous or consecutive interpretations of conversations or speeches
orally translate written texts.
Interpreters usually specialise in a particular language and may also specialise in a particular subject area, such as the legal, medical, technical or welfare fields.
Interpreters may specialise...
as an Auslan Interpreter who uses knowledge of Auslan sign language to interpret between deaf and hearing people. They provide simultaneous translations of conversations and speeches in a range of situations such as conferences, television or in particular subject areas.
Personal Requirements:
excellent command of English
able to learn at least one other language
able to work accurately and objectively
initiative and research skills
broad general knowledge
good concentration skills
high memory retention
able to maintain confidentiality
understanding and acceptance of different cultures
Graduates develop generic skills in:
Written expression
Capacity to analyse and interpret in a dispassionate and objective manner
Critical thinking
Knowledge application
Problem solving
Computer literacy
Conceptual ability
Creative self expression
Decision making
Data aquisition and analysis
Communication
Research techniques
Marshalling facts in support of arguments
Personal growth/critical self awareness
Understanding of cultural differences
Relevant Degrees.
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Bachelor of Arts (recommended majors - Asian Studies, European Studies, Indonesian, Japanese, Chinese, French, German)
