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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.
Programme 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
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Language Studies Translation & Interpreting Linguistics View 549 other Masters in Language Studies in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- A 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. Overseas and European applicants must achieve IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test.
Tuition Fee
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International
17800 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17800 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
8150 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8150 GBP per year during 12 months.
Part-time fees:
- UK students: £ 2,700
- International students: £ 5,950
Living costs for Swansea
727 - 1379 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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