Advanced Diploma in Language Practice at Central University of Technology, Free State

Programme overview

The Advanced Diploma in Language Practice (code AD_LAP, NQF 7, 120 SAQA credits) is offered at CUT's Bloemfontein and Welkom campuses. It develops advanced translation, editing and language-consulting skills and is a selection-based programme limited to 30 candidates per year.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities | Department: Department of Communication Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time

What you will study

Builds on prior English III and Translation Studies III, plus a third-language module (Afrikaans, French, German, isiXhosa, Setswana or Sesotho III), to develop translation, localisation and editorial skills.

Career pathways

Professional Translator, Localisation Specialist, Multilingual Subtitler, Copy Editor, Proofreader, Commissioning Editor, Language Consultant, Technical Writer, Multilingual Content Strategist, Corporate Communications Specialist and Lexicographer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A National Diploma in Language Practice or a Diploma in Language Practice and Media Studies at NQF Level 6 (or equivalent), with at least 60% in that prior qualification, and completion of English III and Translation Studies III plus one other language III at NQF Level 6. Due to limited capacity, applicants sit a selection test and the best 30 candidates are admitted based on academic record and test performance.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Applications for the 2027 academic year opened in April 2026 and closed on 30 September 2026 for undergraduate, advanced diploma, honours and structured master's programmes; no late or walk-in applications are accepted.

There is no application fee and no residence application fee; applications are made through the online portal.

Apply through the official page: https://www.cut.ac.za/application-process

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