MA Translation
This is a distance-learning master's programme for aspiring or practising translators. It is suitable for graduates in any discipline offering one or more of the following languages in addition to English: French, German, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Russian or Spanish. Translation on the programme is predominantly into English. The MA combines language-specific practice with training in translation theory and translation technologies.
Teaching and learning happen in asynchronous, interactive seminar groups led by tutors who include leading researchers and experienced practitioners in their fields. The programme is taught entirely online in a very lively and supportive learning community. Our library has an excellent stock of e-books and e-journals on translation. Asynchronous learning means the programme is particularly suited to students with family or work commitments alongside their study.
While you are not required to come to campus, you are just as much a member of the University as any other student and we would be delighted to welcome you to Bristol if you wanted to visit. We organise a programme of talks and seminars each year. In addition to core unit components, academic and personal tutors will offer non-compulsory synchronous meetings, and synchronous interaction between students is facilitated through a virtual common room. If you need help on a one-to-one basis, tutors can support you in a number of different ways, for example using Zoom, phone or email.
The University has close links with professional associations and helps students to take advantage of internships in the UK where possible. We have corporate membership of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (ITI).
Campus Information
Clifton
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 21
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Our graduates are highly employable, and we're one of the most targeted universities by leading UK employers. You'll be joining a network of talented alumni, developing careers in over 190 countries worldwide.
Our Careers Service offers a range of services to support you.
Our staff can help you explore your options, develop your employability skills and make successful job applications.
Online resources to help you research employers, browse job vacancies and practise for employer selection activities.
Dedicated resources for international students and postgraduate students.
Advice on postgraduate study options and funding.
Access to the Careers Service remains free for three years after you graduate.
PSW Opportunity
2 years PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
21000 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: 50 GBP