Professional Translation, MA

Reino Unido

O que eu aprenderei?

COURSE OVERVIEW

The MA in Professional Translation (MAPT) will develop you from an excellent foreign language speaker into a successful professional linguist.

MAPT (previously Translation with Language Technology) is part of the European Master’s in Translation Network, which currently has 64 members throughout Europe. Swansea University is the only member in Wales.

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 degree 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.

PROFESSIONAL TRANSLATION EMPLOYMENT 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.

Our career support services include:

  • Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
  • Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
  • Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
  • Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
  • Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

De qual departamento farei parte?

College of Arts and Humanities

Opções de estudo

Período integral (1 ano)

Valores
£19.650,00 (R$ 123.790) por ano
Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%. Additional costs may apply.

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Data de início

23 Setembro 2024

Localização

Singleton Park Campus

Singleton Park,

Swansea,

SA2 8PP, Wales

Requisitos de admissão

Para estudantes internacionais

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 students must be able to demonstrate English language competence at IELTS 6.5. level (or equivalent).

Os requisitos para o IELTS podem variar de acordo com o curso que você escolher.

ADICIONAR AOS MEUS FAVORITOS

Sobre Swansea University

Uma instituição de dois campi, a Swansea University tem excelência de ensino, pesquisa e apoio estudantil.

  • 86 por cento das pesquisas com qualidade mundial (REF 2021)
  • 26ª no Reino Unido (Guardian University Guide 2023)
  • Top 15 no Reino Unido em satisfação com curso (Guardian 2023)
  • 6o lugar mais seguro para se estudar no Reino Unido (CUG 2023)

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