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Overview
You will undertake advanced translation work on general, administrative and technical text, and training in industry-standard Computer-Assisted Translation tools.
The first part of the Professional Translation programme from Swansea University includes opportunities to develop specialised skills in public service interpreting, audiovisual translation, machine translation and software localisation, terminology management, video making or digital publishing.
In the translation work experience 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, you are presenting with 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 Professional Translation will significantly enhance your prospects for a career in translation. Over the course of your studies, or your internship, you may make important connections for your future work.
Graduates from this course enter a range of different translation and interpreting roles. Many also undertake research degrees and pursue a career in academia.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Translation (English to Welsh)
- Advanced Translation Technical (English to Welsh)
- Advanced Translation (English-Arabic)
- Advanced Translation (French - English)
- Advanced Translation (German - English)
- Advanced Translation (English - Italian)
- Translation Tools
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Applicants are encouraged to apply by 31 July for entry in September, to ensure that vacancies are still available.
Language
English
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Language Studies Translation & Interpreting Linguistics View 101 other Masters in Translation & Interpreting in United KingdomExplore more key information
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GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
A first degree, normally in Translation, a Language or a related subject, normally an upper second or above (or equivalent). As an alternative, we can accept a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience.
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17300 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17300 GBP per year during 12 months. -
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7900 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7900 GBP per year during 12 months.
Part-time fees:
- UK students: £ 2,650
- International students: £ 5,750
Living costs for Swansea
727 - 1379 GBP /month
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Funding
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