This program trains people who have advanced bilingual skills to facilitate communication between speakers of different languages. Globalization and migration have resulted in increased contact between people from different language backgrounds, so the role of interpreters is now more important than ever. Throughout your studies you’ll gain advanced oral transfer skills for interpreting in specialized settings, learn how to use communication media in interpreting, and study and apply ethical principles in a range of professional contexts. RMIT is the leader in delivering interpreting programs that prepare work-ready graduates. Electives and program structure You will complete 8 core courses and 7 elective courses. Career Demand for qualified interpreters is increasing due to high levels of interaction between people and cultures as a result of globalized economies, immigration and humanitarian reasons. A large number of people also face language barriers due to physical disabilities (such as deafness or impaired hearing) and require language assistance. Graduates find employment as freelancers or contractors to language services agencies, or work in public and private sector organizations such as hospitals, courts, businesses, government departments and agencies. The qualification awarded for this program is also preferred by many international/multinational organizations and agencies such as NGOs, embassies, private companies and manufacturers. Further study When you successfully complete the Advanced Diploma of Interpreting (LOTE-English) you are guaranteed entry to a range of other RMIT programs. The grades you achieve determine the programs you can get into and the amount of credit you will receive. If you achieve a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0, you will receive 2 semesters of advanced standing (equivalent to 96 credit points) in the Bachelor of Arts (International Studies). If you achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0, you will receive 1 semester of advanced standing (equivalent to 60 credit points) in the Bachelor of Social Science (Youth Work). If you achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0, you will receive 1 semester of advanced standing (equivalent to 48 credit points) in the following programs: Bachelor of Environment and Society Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (Honours) Bachelor of Criminal Justice Bachelor of Legal and Dispute Studies If you achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0, you will receive credit (36 credit points) in the Bachelor of Criminology and Psychology. If you achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0, you will receive credit (24 credit points) in the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) If you achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0, you will receive credit (12 credit points) in the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)/Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology). Alternatively, you may be eligible for entry into other RMIT undergraduate programs.