MA Advanced Interpreting with Specialised Translation (Chinese-English)
University of Essex
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Our MA introduces you to techniques and technologies that significantly develop your language skills so you can deliver professional translation and interpretation.Our hands-on training familiarises you with the latest technologies used by professionals in their everyday work. You will practice all types of interpreting (consecutive, simultaneous and whisper) required in all business settings, and gain knowledge of the commercial world as well as communication and negotiation skills. You also ...Read more

Our MA introduces you to techniques and technologies that significantly develop your language skills so you can deliver professional translation and interpretation.Our hands-on training familiarises you with the latest technologies used by professionals in their everyday work. You will practice all types of interpreting (consecutive, simultaneous and whisper) required in all business settings, and gain knowledge of the commercial world as well as communication and negotiation skills. You also learn business operations, essential for a freelance professional translator.

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73/279
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20th
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29th
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J
25 Feb 26

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Entry requirements

A 2:2 degree, or international equivalent, in any discipline. You may also be considered with a lower-class degree if you have translation, linguistics or interpreting experience. Applicants are required to successfully pass a Translation aptitude test.

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£11,025 per year

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Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 11,256 – 19,197

£23,875 per year

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Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 11,256 – 19,197

£23,875 per year

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Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 11,256 – 19,197

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University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hythe   0.6 miles away

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