The University is the only university in Australia whose undergraduate course is fully accredited by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI), so you can graduate directly into a professional career as an Interpreter or Translator, with no further study. The languages offered at Western Sydney University are Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Japanese and Spanish. You can also complete minor studies in advanced language, cultural studies and linguistics.

Australian employers are required to recruit accredited Interpreters and Translators. As this course is approved by Australia's national accreditation body, the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI), graduates will be qualified to work as interpreters and/or translator. Interpreters and translators may choose to work for a particular employer or to have the freedom and flexibility of working freelance.