| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Full-time | 12 months | September | GBP 6960 | GBP 15120 |
| MSc | Part-time | 24 months | September | GBP 6960 | GBP 15120 |
| PG Dip | Full-time | 9 months | September | GBP 6960 | GBP 15120 |
| PG Dip | Part-time | 21 months | September | GBP 6960 | GBP 15120 |
Our new MSc Translating programme, formerly MSc Translation and Computer-Assisted Translation Tools, is designed for those who want to work as professional translators or in the field of translating.
The programme has its main focus on translation and translation technologies, but with fewer mandatory courses and a much broader range of optional courses in professionally relevant subjects you can tailor your programme to your interests and professional needs.
Language combinations
In the practical translating and interpreting courses students opt for one of two 'strands', corresponding to their chosen language combination:
Strand A
Study of English + one other language from Chinese, French, German or Spanish. Students work in both directions between the two languages chosen.
Strand B
Study of English + two foreign languages from French, German, Spanish, Arabic or Chinese. Students on this strand work from the two chosen languages into English.
Facilities
Students benefit from excellent facilities for translating including a range of state-of-the-art Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) software packages, digital resources for translating and interpreting as well as student-centred study facilities
Programme duration
Mode of studyMScPG DiplomaFull-time12 months9 monthsPart-time24 months21 monthsProfessional recognition
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* If you are unsure which category you fall in to, you should complete a fee status enquiry form, which allows us to assess your fees.
** Fee per course
Scholarships and bursaries
We aim to encourage well-qualified, ambitious students to study with us and we offer a wide variety of scholarships and bursaries to achieve this. Over £6 million worth of opportunities are available in fee and stipend scholarships, and more than 400 students benefit from this support.
View our full range of postgraduate taught scholarships.
Strand A
1. Native / near-native command of English plus native / near-native command of Chinese, French, German, or Spanish
2. Good degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
Strand B
1. Native / near-native command of English plus an excellent command of two from French, German, Spanish, Arabic or Chinese.
2. Good degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
Entrance Tests
Suitable applicants will be invited for interview and to undertake a short test.
English language requirements
Non-native speakers of English must provide evidence of their English language ability. This must be IELTS 7.0, or equivalent, with at least 6.5 in all components. A score of 6.0 in writing may be accepted if the applicant performs well at interview and test.
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