International Postgraduate
UQ Guide 2014
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Arts in Japanese
Interpreting and
Translation
This professional program provides translating and conference interpreting for highly competent students in the Japanese and English
languages. It covers four broad, interlinked areas of study: theoretical and practical training in interpreting techniques; theoretical and
practical training in translation techniques; training in ancillary skills such as public speaking and job-specifc research; and training in
professional areas such as ethics and business skills.
Program
Code
CRICOS
Code
Program
duration
Start
Semester
Program
Location
Study
Mode
Indicative
semester fee^
English language
proficiency
Coursework Masters
5207
013035D Four
semesters
1 (3 March 2014) St Lucia
Internal $12,530
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in each
sub-band: see page 57
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree in any feld or equivalent with a grade point average of 4.5 on a 7-point scale; or Graduate
Certifcate/Diploma in the relevant feld. Profciency in spoken and written Japanese and English. Limited
places are available and entry is very competitive. Work experience is desirable but not essential. You will sit an
aptitude test set by the School of Languages and Comparative Cultural Studies (for which a fee may apply).
Closing Date:
30 November 2013
Additional cost: You are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
Accreditation: This program is one of only two in the world ranked by the AIIC (International Association of Conference Interpreters in the Survey of Conference Interpreter
Training Courses).
Postgraduate
Pathways to Masters
5438 Graduate Diploma
Music
This program provides you with music and music education research skills and knowledge designed to meet the professional
development needs of those working in school-based music education, independent studio music education, or community music
education. You will complete three core courses and select elective courses according to your interests. As a graduate of the program
you will demonstrate knowledge and application of the principles of music pedagogy in a range of educational or community settings.
Program
Code
CRICOS
Code
Program
duration
Start
Semester
Program
Location
Study
Mode
Indicative
semester fee^
English language
proficiency
Coursework Masters
5368
073762J Three
semesters
1 (3 March 2014),
2 (28 July 2014)
St Lucia
Internal $13,200
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in each
sub-band: see page 57
Admission requirements
Bachelor of Music or equivalent, or Graduate Diploma in Music
Further study options
Closing Date:
See page 84
Postgraduate
Pathways to Masters
5300 Graduate Diploma
Contact details:
International Student Advisor 1800 671 980 (free call within Australia) or +61 3 8676 7004 www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Museum
Studies
Focusing on museum history, theory and practice, this suite of programs delivers the professional training required for pursuing a
career in the museum and heritage industry; builds on your knowledge if you are already working in the sector; and gives you the
opportunity to enhance your existing skills. You will develop a critical awareness of the current and emerging social, cultural and
political issues facing the sector. The scope of courses offered presents you with a broad range of perspectives, and identifes the
most vital questions and concerns about contemporary museums and museum studies.
Program
Code
CRICOS
Code
Program
duration
Start
Semester
Program
Location
Study
Mode
Indicative
semester fee^
English language
proficiency
Coursework Masters
5343
056193A Three
semesters
1 (3 March 2014) St Lucia
Internal $11,520
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in each
sub-band: see page 57
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree or equivalent in any feld or Graduate Diploma of Museum Studies with a grade point
average of 5 on a 7-point scale. You must also supply a one-page personal statement describing
your academic interests and reasons for applying, career objectives and any relevant non-academic
achievements, publications, experience, specialist workshops and short courses.
Closing Date:
See page 84
Postgraduate
Pathways to Masters
5342 Graduate Diploma
Music Therapy
This program provides you with advanced knowledge in music, music therapy, and psychological theory. You will be shown how to
improve a client’s health, e.g., in cognitive functioning, motor skills, emotional and affective development, behaviour skills and quality
of life, by using music experiences (such as singing, songwriting, listening to and discussing music, moving to music) to achieve
treatment goals and objectives. As a graduate you will demonstrate advanced practical musical skills on a portable instrument, a
keyboard instrument, and in singing and fuently articulating a range of musical styles. You will develop high levels of music therapy
skills suitable for client groups of all ages.
Program
Code
CRICOS
Code
Program
duration
Start
Semester
Program
Location
Study
Mode
Indicative
semester fee^
English language
proficiency
Coursework Masters
5322
049211G Four
semesters
1 (3 March 2014) St Lucia
Internal $13,200
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in each
sub-band: see page 57
Admission requirements
Bachelor of Music in a feld other than Music Therapy, plus audition and interview; or three-year Bachelor
degree preferably in psychology or an allied health discipline, plus audition and interview. You will be
required to provide two statements from referees, a curriculum vitae (resume), and a personal statement
detailing why you should be selected and what experience you have with musical instruments. You may
send an audio or video recording and be interviewed by telephone. Auditions will comprise:
Essential:
Performance on primary instrument – three pieces of contrasting styles.
Desirable:
a] Performance
on piano/guitar at a level suitable to accompany singing; or b] Vocal performance self-accompanied on
piano and/or guitar. You must also meet the prerequisite introductory psychology courses PSYC1020,
PSYC1030, and PSYC1040 or their equivalents from other universities.
Closing Date:
30 November 2013
Placements: You will be required to undertake several supervised placement courses (relocation not required) to be eligible for registration as a music therapist.
Coursework Masters
(Advanced)
5462
064994A Four
semesters
1 (3 March 2014),
2 (28 July 2014)
St Lucia
Internal $12,640
IELTS overall 6.5 / 6 in each
sub-band: see page 57
Admission requirements
Bachelor degree or equivalent in any feld with a grade point average of
4.5 on a 7-point scale, and profciency in spoken and written Chinese
and English. Limited places are available and entry is very competitive.
You may have to sit an aptitude test administered by the School of
Languages and Comparative Cultural Studies (for which a fee may apply).
Further study options
PhD
Closing Date:
See page 84
Placements: To meet NAATI (National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters) guidelines, you must do 120 hours of feld practice in translation and interpreting,
which includes active translation and interpreting tasks as well as other learning activities such as attending interdisciplinary meetings, conferences, an agency visit and
interpreter-assisted court hearings (all in Brisbane area).
Accreditation: First professional level specifed by NAATI (formerly known as Level 3)
Postgraduate
Pathways to Masters
5451 Graduate Certifcate
5452 Graduate Diploma
Contact details:
International Student Advisor 1800 671 980 (free call within Australia) or +61 3 8676 7004
^ Indicative fee
Indicative fees are calculated on the basis of average frst-year, full-time study patterns. Actual fees may vary according to your choice of majors and electives and
whether studying full-time or part-time.