MA Translation Studies
University of Exeter
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OverviewProvides excellent professional training for careers in the language services industry as a rigorous foundation in the academic field of Translation StudiesExpertise in a host of languages, including Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Italian, Kurdish, Russian and SpanishOpportunity to do a translation work placement or projectAccess to free English-language support through INTO University of ExeterDedicated space for study and collaborative work in a refurbished Foreign ...Read more

Overview

  • Provides excellent professional training for careers in the language services industry as a rigorous foundation in the academic field of Translation Studies
  • Expertise in a host of languages, including Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Italian, Kurdish, Russian and Spanish
  • Opportunity to do a translation work placement or project
  • Access to free English-language support through INTO University of Exeter
  • Dedicated space for study and collaborative work in a refurbished Foreign Language Centre

Careers

To succeed in the translation industry you will need a range of practical expertise as well as excellent language skills. Our MA in Translation Studies will give you the tools you need whether you choose to work in the industry or pursue a PhD.

Employment

With our industry-recognised qualification you will have the skills specified in EU standards for translation and a variety of career paths will be open to you. Our graduates have become freelance translators with their own businesses; they have found employment as in-house translators and project managers in translation companies as well as in international businesses; they have also entered other language-related professions, including publishing, journalism, public relations or language teaching. In addition, they have chosen to pursue further advanced study in doctoral programmes.

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58/101
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Nicole
05 Feb 24

Exeter is a great city, quite small and safe. The campus is very green (much nicer than being in the middle of a big grey city!). Most facilities are modern, with lots of spaces..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
16 Jan 20

I've loved every second of it, so much so that I returned to Exeter to do my MA and may well return for a PhD. After struggling with study skills in first year, with the help of..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

We will consider applicants with a UK 2:2 Honours degree with 53% or above in English, Linguistics, Translation or a similar subject. Exceptions may be made if you are already working within the translation industry.

Tuition fees

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£12,000 per year

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£24,300 per year

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£24,300 per year

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Nicole
05 Feb 24
MA Translation Studies
Exeter is a great city, quite small and safe. The campus is very green (much nicer than being in the middle of a big grey city!). Most facilities are modern, with lots of spaces...
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SR
Student Reviewer
16 Jan 20
MA Translation Studies
I've loved every second of it, so much so that I returned to Exeter to do my MA and may well return for a PhD. After struggling with study skills in first year, with the help of...
Read more
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University of Exeter
Northcote House Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Exeter Central  0.4 miles away

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