This course is designed for students who are planning to work as a professional interpreter (Mandarin – English). Students will develop the skills and knowledge required to interpret from a source language to a target language in complex dialogue and monologue settings where the elements of the setting or number of parties involved can challenge the capacity of the interpreter to manage the discourse.The interpreter requires advanced skills in retention and recall and may be required to switch modes. The Advanced Diploma of Interpreting prepares interpreters for work in all community, business and diplomatic domains, interpreting content that may not easily be predicted or planned for or that may require a high level of subject knowledge, or intense assignment specific preparation.The community, business and diplomatic domains may include health and welfare, policing and courts, formal immigration hearings, education, the media, commerce, government and international relations, professional sectors such as the law, technology and science, and assignments involving formality, or participants with high status where the consequences of errors in communicative intent can have significant implications.Interpreting in this setting typically requires high levels of accuracy and accountability. It is less likely there will be opportunities for error correction.
Briefing on School-Arranged Interview (if applicable)
Submit application materials, including transcripts, passport, and English proficiency proof, to the State Department of Education.
School review: The Department of Education recommends schools based on the student's situation, and the school arranges an interview after its review.
Interview notification: An email will specify the interview time, method (usually Zoom or Teams), and preparation details.
Interview content: A conversation in English including self-introduction, interests, academic situation, future plans, and a comprehensive assessment of learning habits, adaptability, reasons for coming to Australia, etc. The duration is approximately 15-30 minutes.
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Submit School Application
Submit the application through the school's official website or an agent's portal and pay the application fee (if any).
Submit supplementary documents as required and track the admission progress (Conditional/Unconditional Offer).
After meeting the conditions, pay the tuition deposit and complete the acceptance procedure (Accept Offer).
4
Obtain CoE and Arrange OSHC
The school issues the CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment).
Purchase/confirm OSHC to cover the entire visa period (including dependents, if any).
5
Visa Document Preparation (Subclass 500)
Organize documents for finances, GTE, English proficiency, and medical examination, ensuring consistency with the chosen course.
Check the letterheads, dates, translation formats, and certification requirements of visa documents.
Language Requirements
IELTS Score
PTE Score
2026 year(s)
Listening
5.0
Speaking
5.0
Reading
5.0
Writing
5.0
Overall
5.5
School Level
The school's visa assessment level determines the risk level for students applying for a visa and is a significant reference.
For example, if a school's visa assessment level is 2, the applicant will face more restrictions and be required to provide more written evidence, such as proof of language proficiency and financial capacity.
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier
Reference Id
0915
Certificate Classification
Language And Literature
Scheme
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier
Reference Id
411
Certificate Classification
Advanced Diploma of
Scheme
Nationally Recognised Training Type
Reference Id
11
Certificate Classification
Qualification
Certificate Qualification
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who interpret between two languages. It reflects the skills and knowledge required to interpret from a source language to a target language in complex dialogue and monologue settings where the elements of the setting or number of parties involved can challenge the capacity of the interpreter to manage the discourse. The interpreter requires advanced skills in retention and recall and may be required to switch modes.
The Advanced Diploma of Interpreting prepares interpreters for work in all community, business and diplomatic domains, interpreting content that may not easily be predicted or planned for or that may require a high level of subject knowledge, or intense assignment specific preparation.
The community, business and diplomatic domains may include health and welfare, policing and courts, formal immigration hearings, education, the media, commerce, government and international relations, professional sectors such as the law, technology and science, and assignments involving formality, or participants with high status where the consequences of errors in communicative intent can have significant implications.
Interpreting in this setting typically requires high levels of accuracy and accountability. It is less likely there will be opportunities for error correction.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian Standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Course Campuses
VIC
Campus:Level 2 337 La Trobe Street Campus
Address:337 La Trobe St, Level 2 , Melbourne, VIC 3000
