During the master’s programme, you’ll master the skills and techniques of translating to a professional standard. You’ll be able to understand and use a range of computer-assisted translation tools. You’ll develop relevant transferable communication skills, including the skills of summarising, revising and editing. You’ll be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with other professionals in the field, including colleagues and clients. You’ll master IT skills that are relevant to the work of a professional translator, including the ability to use specialised software packages. Each course will equip you with highly employable expertise and skills in translation. You’ll have the opportunity to choose one optional course – including liaison interpreting for business, business communication 2: communicating with external audiences, project management and global englishes and the international workplace. This will allow you to customise your learning and develop specific translating interests. Your translation dissertation will allow you to engage in an independent in-depth critical examination of a particular topic that falls within the scope of Translation and Interpreting Studies, which is of interest to you.