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MA Translation

University of Liverpool — Liverpool, United Kingdom

MA Translation is a postgraduate Business & Management course at University of Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year, costs £29,000 per year and starts in September.

Postgraduate · 1 year · Full-time · Business & Management · £29,000 per year

Intakes: September

This master's is for graduates and professionals who speak one or two of the specialist languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian or Spanish) and want a career in translation or transferable skills for global industries. It combines hands-on practice in translation and interpreting, including sight, consecutive, simultaneous and public service interpreting and subtitling, with translation theory and methodology. A translation work placement is available.

Modules

  • Theories and Approaches in Translation Studies
  • Practical Translation and Professional Skills
  • Liaison Interpreting and Consecutive Interpreting
  • Translated Literature in the Global Market
  • Specialised Translation and Technical Skills
  • Consecutive and Simultaneous Interpreting
  • Translation Work Placement
  • Research Skills and Feasibility Study
  • Audiovisual Translation
  • Final Project

Careers

  • Translator
  • Interpreter
  • Public Service Interpreter
  • Freelance Translator
  • Language Teacher
  • Subtitler

Frequently asked questions

How long is MA Translation at University of Liverpool?

MA Translation takes 1 year (Full-time).

How much does MA Translation at University of Liverpool cost?

The listed tuition fee is £29,000 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does MA Translation start?

Intakes: September.

What level is MA Translation?

It is a postgraduate course in Business & Management.

What will I study on MA Translation?

Modules include Theories and Approaches in Translation Studies, Practical Translation and Professional Skills, Liaison Interpreting and Consecutive Interpreting, Translated Literature in the Global Market, Specialised Translation and Technical Skills and Consecutive and Simultaneous Interpreting.

What careers can MA Translation lead to?

Typical roles include Translator, Interpreter, Public Service Interpreter, Freelance Translator, Language Teacher and Subtitler.