Industry Placement (TRIN7450)

Information valid for Semester 1, 2025

Course level

Postgraduate Coursework

Faculty

Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

School

Languages & Cultures School

Units

2

Duration

One Semester

Attendance mode

In Person

Class hours

Workshop 8 Hours/ Semester
Placement 120 Hours/ Semester
Placement a maximum of 120 hours, Workshop 8 hours (four 2-hour workshops), Online learning 10 hours.

Incompatible

CHIN7170

Prerequisite

TRIN7330 and TRIN7340. GPA of 5 or above in the MATI program. Part-time students should consult with the MATI Program Coordinator when to enrol in this course.

Restricted

Restricted to students in the final semester of the MATI program.

Assessment methods

Field Diary (30%), internship (30%), reflective essay (40%)

Current course offerings

Course offerings Location Mode Course Profile
Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) St Lucia In Person Course Profile

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Course description

This course is designed for final-semester students in the Master of Arts in Translation and Interpreting (MATI) program. It offers a hands-on opportunity to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in a professional setting. Through a structured professional placement or an equivalent experience, students will engage with real-world challenges and expectations from industry. The course emphasises the development of essential employability skills: interpersonal communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability. Furthermore, students will cultivate a skill set that aligns with industry demands. They will learn to navigate professional environments, adapt to diverse work cultures, and contribute effectively to authentic workplace settings. By participating in this course, students will not only gain valuable work practice but also build a strong foundation for their future careers. Students who take TRIN7450 and/or TRIN7800 will need to choose other TRIN74XX courses in consultation with the Program Convenor.