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University of Sydney (USYD)

  • 36% international / 64% domestic

Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Languages)

  • Bachelor

This degree will provide you with the opportunity to combine your passion for the study of languages and cultures with practical skills in multilingual translation and to develop high-level intercultural competency and communication skills.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person

About this course

About this course

This degree will provide you with the opportunity to combine your passion for the study of languages and cultures with practical skills in multilingual translation and to develop high-level intercultural competency and communication skills.

Who is it for?

Designed for students who don't want to be constrained by geographic location in their careers. With more and more businesses operating across international boundaries, graduates who can speak multiple languages and demonstrate a high level of cultural competence, are especially sought-after.

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Study locations

Camperdown/Darlington

Career pathways

Career paths

Language graduates have a distinct edge in the job market. Multilingual and cross-cultural skills open up many doors - both in Australia and around the world.

Beyond advanced communication skills, you'll learn how to examine complex problems in approaching local and global challenges. Wherever you end up working, you'll bring these unique insights to your role.

Our graduates can be found in a broad range of careers and roles, including:

  • anthropologist
  • archaeologist
  • archivist
  • art historian
  • business administrator or manager
  • editor or publisher
  • foreign affairs and trade officer
  • government policy officer
  • historian
  • heritage specialist
  • information specialist
  • journalist
  • language specialist
  • media and communications officer
  • museum or gallery curator
  • researcher
  • sociologist
  • translator

Professional accreditation

The course is an Endorsed Qualification for the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) at the Certified Translator level. Graduates who wish to become Certified Translators will need to take the certification test.