Postgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Postgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting is an NQF Level 8, 120-credit qualification in the HEQSF field of Communication Studies. It is focused on advanced study related to translating written communication and interpreting spoken communication between languages. The available record shows a registration-end date of 14 October 2022, while its current registration status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People who already have a suitable higher-education background and are interested in developing advanced knowledge and capability in translation and interpreting may consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than a statement of admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development for translation- and interpreting-related work by building on knowledge in these areas. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. Because no approved related career mappings are available here, prospective learners should investigate the roles and opportunities relevant to their goals separately.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Translation-related capability
- Interpreting-related capability
- Cross-language communication
- Professional communication
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Postgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting
- SAQA ID
- 112463
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Communication Studies
- Originator
- University of Fort Hare
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2022-10-14
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, especially because the available record includes a registration-end date of 14 October 2022.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification being advertised matches the SAQA qualification.
- Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the institution or provider.
- Ask the institution or provider about assessment arrangements and any practical, language or workplace-related requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification’s current availability, delivery format, fees, duration and possible progression options directly with the institution or provider.