Overview
Your advanced translation studies will focus on general, administrative and technical text types, interpreting and training in industry-standard computer-assisted translation tools.The first part of the degree includes the chance to specialise in interpreting, audiovisual translation, machine translation and software localisation, terminology management, etc.In the simulated translation bureau module you simulate translation companies by working with local translation businesses and delivering on real commissions to professional standards.In the second part of the degree different skills are combined, presenting a choice of two extended translations, or an academic dissertation, or a 13-week internship at a translation company in the UK or overseas.
Career opportunities
The vocational MA in Translation and Interpreting programme from Swansea University significantly enhances your career prospects. Over the course of your studies, or your internship, you may make important connections which impact on your future.Graduates from this course enter a range of different translation and interpreting roles. Many also undertake research degrees and pursue a career in academia.Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Translation Tools
- Advanced Translation (English-Arabic)
- Advanced Translation (French - English)
- Advanced Translation (English - French)
- Advanced Translation (German - English)
- Advanced Translation (English - Italian)
- Advanced Translation (Spanish - English)
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Swansea, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Translation & Interpreting View 140 other Masters in Translation & Interpreting in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The typical entry requirement is 2.1 degree in Translation, a Language or a related subject, or overseas equivalent. As an alternative, we can consider relevant professional experience.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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International
20650 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20650 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9450 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9450 GBP per year during 12 months.
MA 2 Year Part Time
- National: £ 4,750
- International: £ 10,350
MA 3 Year Part Time
- National: £ 3,150
- International: £ 6,900
Living costs for Swansea
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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