The basic knowledge of arts and its intercultural aspects.

The major studies imparted to the students are to promote strong, theoretical and practical understanding of the discipline,acquiring a strong foundation in and in-depth knowledge and skills of the discipline,being able to engage critically with the discipline.

Normal admission requirement are a Bachelor of Arts degree or its equivalent from the University of Tasmania; or a University degree from another university or tertiary institution, deemed to be appropriate by the Faculty of Arts or candidates not holding a bachelor's degree but whose employment experience indicates a level of knowledge and skill deemed by the Faculty to be sufficient to complete the course satisfactorily may be deemed eligible for admission.

Students who have satisfactorily completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Arts (Specialisation) may proceed to the Graduate Diploma in Arts (Specialisation). Where specialisations permit, students who satisfactorily complete the requirements for the Graduate Diploma may then proceed to the Master of Arts (Specialisation).Where specialisations permit, students will have the opportunity to undertake 12.5% or 25% of internship units (subject to negotiation with the course co-ordinator) as part of the Graduate Diploma. The maximum percentage of internship units able to be counted to the Graduate Diploma is 25%.Credit may be given, at the discretion of the Faculty, for previous postgraduate or honours level study, or alternative achievements by students in other awards and professional practice areas at equivalent level. This course is accredited by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI).

A knowledge of one or more foreign languages can be useful in a wide range of careers. These include working as a translator, interpreter(simultaneous and consecutive), language teacher or linguist.In this criteria the students can pursue further degree as Graduate Diploma.

Minimum .5 yrs, Maximum 2 yrs.