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MSc Interpreting
Heriot-Watt University — Edinburgh, United Kingdom
MSc Interpreting is a postgraduate Linguistics course at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year, costs £21,192 per year and starts in September.
Postgraduate · 1 year · Full-time · Linguistics · £21,192 per year
Intakes: September
Professional standard training for aspiring interpreters across conference, liaison, public service and business contexts. It has two strands depending on language combination. It is taught on campus in Edinburgh. Entry requirements (from the course page): Strand A: native or near-native English plus one of Chinese, French, German or Spanish; honours degree 2:2 or above in a relevant subject; Strand B: native or near-native English plus excellent command of two of French, German, Spanish or Chinese; honours degree 2:2 or above in a relevant subject. English language requirement: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 (Writing 6.0) (or accepted equivalent). International full-time tuition fee: £21,192 per year (Full-time annual fee (international); intake year not stated.).
Modules
- Skills for Interpreting
- Liaison and Public Service Interpreting
- Translation and Interpreting Studies
- Conference Interpreting
- Research Methods
- Introduction to the Translation and Interpreting Professions
- Liaison Interpreting for Business
- MSc Dissertation
- International Politics and Organisations
- Business Communication
Careers
- Freelance conference interpreter
- In-house translator
- Courtroom interpreter
- Translation or interpreting agency founder
- Head of NHS interpreting
Frequently asked questions
How long is MSc Interpreting at Heriot-Watt University?
MSc Interpreting takes 1 year (Full-time).
How much does MSc Interpreting at Heriot-Watt University cost?
The listed tuition fee is £21,192 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.
When does MSc Interpreting start?
Intakes: September.
What level is MSc Interpreting?
It is a postgraduate course in Linguistics.
What will I study on MSc Interpreting?
Modules include Skills for Interpreting, Liaison and Public Service Interpreting, Translation and Interpreting Studies, Conference Interpreting, Research Methods and Introduction to the Translation and Interpreting Professions.
What careers can MSc Interpreting lead to?
Typical roles include Freelance conference interpreter, In-house translator, Courtroom interpreter, Translation or interpreting agency founder and Head of NHS interpreting.