Mandarin Chinese/English
Diploma in Interpretation and Translation

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Interpreting field trip to Pacific Environmental Science Centre in North Vancouver

Build bridges across cultures through interpretation and translation


Skilled interpreters and translators are in demand in today’s global society. They facilitate essential understanding and communication across cultures.

Learn to be an interpreter and translator in eight months

SFU’s Diploma in Interpretation and Translation is an eight-month, full-time professional training program that focuses on practical interpreting skills, on-location practice sessions, and English-language upgrading. Throughout the program, we emphasize cross-cultural analysis.

Study with certified interpretation and translation practitioners

Our instructors are all certified interpretation and translation practitioners who will help you enhance your linguistic and communication skills as well as your cultural fluency. They’ll also ensure that you get hands-on interpretation and translation practice. You’ll graduate with the fundamental knowledge, skills, and experience you need to become an interpreter and consecutive translator.

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Interpreting field trip to the BC Legislature in Victoria

Get hands-on experience through interpreting field trips

The diploma is a unique program with an unrivalled methodology that immerses you in the North American linguistic, cultural, and professional environment. During your studies, you will connect the classroom with the workplace by taking interpreting field trips to businesses, government offices, and other institutions. These practice sessions will sharpen your interpretation and translation skills and help you build a professional network.

Join the Society of Translators and Interpreters of British Columbia

Students in our diploma program receive recognition from the STIBC (Society of Translators and Interpreters of British Columbia). Contact us at csreg@sfu.ca to find out more.

Is the Diploma in Interpretation and Translation for you?

The Diploma in Interpretation and Translation is best suited for fluently bilingual (Mandarin Chinese/English) professionals who are serious about pursuing a career in interpretation and translation. If you plan to work in international development or international business, you will benefit from the program's emphasis on cross-cultural analysis and communication. The diploma program is also valuable for people with an academic interest in both English and Mandarin Chinese, and in cross-cultural communication.

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Questions?

Please contact Sandy Hsieh at 1-778-782-5224 or email caip@sfu.ca today.

您若需更多的資訊或有任何的問題, 請洽謝小姐
電話:1-778-782-5224
電郵:caip@sfu.ca

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