New Zealand Sign Language - English Interpreting Major - Bachelor of Arts
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
Professional NZSL-English interpreters are in high demand. NZSL-English interpreters are essential to ensure the Deaf community has access to New Zealand legal, educational and health systems. This major prepares you for a career as an NZSL-English interpreter.
You become familiar with the Deaf community and culture, helping you achieve proficiency in New Zealand Sign Language. You develop interpreting skills for a wide range of settings and explore the ethical issues of sign language interpreting.
AUT is the only university where you can become a qualified NZSL-English interpreter. Our dynamic classroom environment encourages student participation at each stage of the learning journey. Our strong relationships with the Deaf community and interpreting professionals mean that you have access to up-to-date information and a range of guest speakers.
A scholarship is available from the Ministry of Education for NZSL interpreting students:
Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements
If you have New Zealand qualifications
- University Entrance or equivalent
- High level of competency in English (NZSL fluency is not required). Interview will be required.
If you have qualifications from another country
International student entry requirements
Useful New Zealand school subjects
All subjects are useful, in particular Art History, Classical Studies, English, Geography, History, Media Studies and other languages.
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall with 7.0 in Writing and Speaking, and 6.5 in Reading and Listening; or equivalent.
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