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    New Zealand Sign Language - English Interpreting Major - Bachelor of Arts
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    New Zealand Sign Language - English Interpreting Major - Bachelor of Arts

    Auckland University of Technology

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    New Zealand, Auckland

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    AK3006

    Campuses

    City Campus

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines23-Feb-2026
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    Duration 3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 36,021  / year
    Next Intake 23-Feb-2026

    New Zealand Sign Language - English Interpreting Major - Bachelor of Arts

    About

    Professional NZSL-English interpreters are in high demand. NZSL-English interpreters are essential to ensure the Deaf community has access to New Zealand legal, educational and health systems. This major prepares you for a career as an NZSL-English interpreter.

    You become familiar with the Deaf community and culture, and helping you achieve proficiency in New Zealand Sign Language. In the second and third year you’re introduced to the interpreting profession, including the history of interpreting locally and internationally. You develop interpreting skills for a wide range of settings, and explore the ethical issues of sign language interpreting.

    AUT is the only university where you can become a qualified NZSL-English interpreter.

    A scholarship is available from the Ministry of Education for NZSL interpreting students:

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    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Tertiary requirements

    One year of successful study at bachelor level at a recognised institute, or equivalent, or

    Successful completion of an Associate degree at a recognised institute, or

    Successful completion of a Diploma at a recognised college of technology, or

    Successful completion of a junior Health Diploma at a recognised institute, or

    Successful completion of a higher technical institute Diploma at a recognised institute

    English Program Requirements

  • IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall with 7.0 in Writing and Speaking, and 6.5 in Reading and Listening; or equivalent.
  • Career

    Interpreting settings in the Deaf community including:

    • Health
    • Education
    • Legal profession
    • Events
    • Employment
    • The arts

    Find out more about industry trends, job descriptions and what employers may be looking for.

    NZ Sign Language & Interpreting Careers

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    NZD 36,021 

    Application Fee

    NZD  
    Auckland University of Technology

    New Zealand Sign Language - English Interpreting Major - Bachelor of Arts

    Auckland University of Technology

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