The South China University of Technology (SCUT) School of Foreign Languages and The University of Western Australia (UWA) Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Education 3+2 Integrated Bachelor's-Master's Program in Translation Studies Successfully Launched!
Introduction to the Schools
The University of Western Australia, Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and EducationFounded in 1911 and located in Perth, the capital city of Western Australia, The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's most historic, representative, and comprehensively powerful top-tier research universities. In the QS World University Rankings 2024, UWA ranks 72nd globally. The Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Education at UWA has long been favored by students for its diverse, high-quality academic programs and practical opportunities. The faculty offers a wide range of courses covering fields such as Business and Translation Studies, Environmental Planning, Forensic Anthropology, International Development Studies, and Translation Studies, committed to helping students comprehensively understand the diverse composition of society and its influencing factors. UWA's English Language and Literature program ranks within the top 150 globally. The Master of Translation Studies is accredited by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) of Australia, taught by experienced industry practitioners and scholars. It provides professional translation training in ten languages including English, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish. The Translation Studies curriculum not only focuses on developing written translation skills but also incorporates practical training in interpreting (spoken translation), aiming to cultivate the competencies required for professional bilingual or multilingual professionals. In the QS World University Rankings, UWA graduates' employability is rated at a 5+ star level. Graduates of the Master of Translation Studies can pursue careers in translation, communication, and administrative roles in business enterprises, government, or non-governmental organizations.
University Website: https://www.uwa.edu.au/
South China University of Technology, School of Foreign LanguagesThe School of Foreign Languages at South China University of Technology (SCUT) was established in 2002. Its predecessor was the Foreign Languages Teaching and Research Section founded in 1952 and the Foreign Languages Department established in 1985 at the South China Institute of Technology. The school began enrolling undergraduate students in 1988, was approved for a Master's degree program in 1991, authorized for a first-level discipline Master's program in Foreign Language and Literature in 2006, added a Master of Translation and Interpreting (MTI) professional degree program in 2010, approved for a first-level discipline Doctoral program in Foreign Language and Literature in 2021, and established a Postdoctoral Research Mobile Station in Foreign Language and Literature in 2023. It has now formed a complete integrated talent cultivation system encompassing Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral programs. The school's academic research covers multiple directions including Foreign Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, Foreign Literature, Cross-cultural and Translation Studies, and Area Studies. It has also established research platforms such as the Indian Ocean Island Countries Research Center and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Global Governance and International Organizations Research Center. In the 2020-2023 Soft Science Ranking of China's Best Disciplines, the first-level discipline of Foreign Language and Literature consistently ranks within the top 20% nationally. In the 2023 Soft Science Ranking of China's Best Majors, the undergraduate program in Business English was rated as an A+ major, ranking first in the country.
School Website: https://www2.scut.edu.cn/sfl/
Program Introduction
Program Model3+2 Integrated Master's Program in Translation Studies: Students from relevant Bachelor of Arts programs at SCUT will study at SCUT for the first three years and proceed to UWA for the fourth and fifth years. Upon completion, if they meet the graduation and degree conferment requirements of both universities, they will receive a Bachelor of Arts degree and undergraduate graduation certificate from SCUT, and a Master of Translation Studies degree certificate from UWA.
Program Advantages
Academic and Diploma Advantages:
Integrated China-Australia Bachelor's-Master's program with the opportunity to obtain highly valuable dual degrees, both recognized by the Chinese Ministry of Education's Service Center for Scholarly Exchange.
UWA's Master of Translation Studies is accredited by Australia's NAATI, qualifying students to pursue the official Australian translator certification.
Practical and Employment Advantages:
Includes a 6-week internship course. Students have opportunities to intern at significant institutions such as the International Student Center, government departments, museums, and may potentially secure job opportunities through these internships.
Cultivates students to become international talents with stronger employment and entrepreneurial competitiveness, making them more attractive to employers.
Teaching and PhD Advancement Advantages:
Students can benefit from an exclusive international educational model and platform, fully utilizing high-quality faculty resources from both China and Australia.
UWA's Master's program offers extensive course content and abundant research projects, laying a solid foundation for students to further pursue PhD studies and enhance their academic qualifications.
Life and Environment Advantages:
Allows part-time work for up to 48 hours per fortnight during studies, with no cap during holidays. Opportunities exist to apply for a two- to three-year post-study work visa after graduation.
Western Australia has a relatively low proportion of international students, providing an excellent language environment conducive to future employment and potential residency applications.
Australia is one of the safest countries in the world with a robust healthcare system covering all residents, including international students.
Target Students
Current first-year to third-year undergraduate students enrolled in Bachelor of Arts programs at SCUT.
Application Requirements
An average score of no less than 72 for the three-year undergraduate courses completed at SCUT; IELTS overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band below 6.0. Students not meeting this language requirement can enroll in Academic English courses at UWA's Language Centre.
Contact Information
Contact Person: Teacher Che, 15813346916
Address: Room 4411, Building 4, Wushan Campus, South China University of Technology
For more information, please join the SCUT-UWA 3+2 Master of Translation Studies Integrated Program QQ Group: 772310384 for inquiries. We will communicate and share updates promptly within the QQ group.
