Dr. Xiang Cheng

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Xiang Cheng is an Associate Lecturer at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) specializing in Translation and Interpreting. He holds a Master's degree in Translation Interpreting and a Master's in Conference Interpreting, along with a Graduate Certificate in University Learning and Teaching. As a Certified Localisation Professional, he is also a NAATI accredited Professional Translator and Interpreter. Mr. Cheng engages actively in both teaching and research, focusing on areas such as translation technology and methodology. His notable publication includes a critique on back-translation methodology in health research, which appeared in the Expert Review of Pharmacoeconomics & Outcomes Research. He teaches various courses including Interpreting in Community Business Settings, Translation Media, and Translation Technology, among others. Through his work, he contributes to the academic field by supervising and mentoring students in translation and interpreting practices.

Research Interests

Courses

MODL5102 Interpreting Community Business Settings MODL5103 Translating Media MODL5104 Translation Specialised Areas MODL5107 Translation Technology MODL5108 Preparation for Translation Accreditation MODL5113 Preparation for Interpreting Accreditation MODL5112 Translation Practicum MODL5111 Interpreting Practicum

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.