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University of Roehampton: Specialised Translation
| Institution | University of Roehampton View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Media, Culture and Language |
| Web | www.roehampton.ac.uk |
| postgradadmissions@roehampton.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 8392 3314 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This programme aims to address the growing demand for translators with skills in translating technical texts.
The programme will familiarise you with the sociocultural, linguistic and technical dimensions that characterise specialised multilingual material. Through working with dedicated software and high-tech industry standard equipment, you will learn the skills that you need to enter the professional market and gain the knowledge to pursue further research in this field.
You will work between English and another language of your choice, translating into your mother tongue. There is a strong emphasis on translation tools (in particular SDL Trados Studio) and on localisation, e.g. for video games, as well as on technical and scientific translation, and translation-specific professional skills. In addition, you will be able to choose optional modules from the wide range offered in our other MA courses, the MA Audiovisual Translation and the MA Intercultural Communication in the Creative Industries.
You will be taught by staff who are leaders in the field of translation and whose work has influenced national and international organisations. They work closely with industry and bring in prominent professionals to teach and give talks, helping you to make vital industry contacts. The programme is a corporate member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting.
Roehampton boasts state-of-the-art language labs with cutting-edge translation software, including SDL Trados Studio, Dragon Naturally Speaking, and WinCAPS. The lab features a training suite and an open access area where you can work independently.
Placements with translation/localisation companies are at the heart of this MA. Placements are not compulsory, but you will benefit from the extensive industry contacts of members of staff and the visits of key professionals in order to help you find a placement that suits your interests.
In recent years our graduates have found work with a broad range of organisations including: media companies and broadcasters such as the BBC, France TV, and RTVE; subtitling companies such as Red Bee Media, Deluxe, ITFC; and translation and localisation providers including Pole To Win, London Translations, and Smoke & Mirrors.
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. Advice on recognition may be obtained from the Admissions Manager. Students must be able to work into or out of English and another language. Language combinations usually include English with Arabic, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish, although combinations of other languages with English may also be offered. We welcome enquiries from students with Finnish, Norwegian, Danish, Swedish, and Romanian. The decision to run any particular language combination is subject to demand and at the discretion of the Programme Convener in consultation with the Head of Department. |
| Location | Southlands College 80 Roehampton Lane London SW15 5SL |
Fees
| England | 8427 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 8427 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 8427 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 8427 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. Advice on recognition may be obtained from the Admissions Manager. Students must be able to work into or out of English and another language. Language combinations usually include English with Arabic, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish, although combinations of other languages with English may also be offered. We welcome enquiries from students with Finnish, Norwegian, Danish, Swedish, and Romanian. The decision to run any particular language combination is subject to demand and at the discretion of the Programme Convener in consultation with the Head of Department. |
| Location | Southlands College 80 Roehampton Lane London SW15 5SL |
Fees
| England | 471 GBP for Credit |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 471 GBP for Credit |
| Scotland | 471 GBP for Credit |
| Wales | 471 GBP for Credit |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. Advice on recognition may be obtained from the Admissions Manager. Students must be able to work into or out of English and another language. Language combinations usually include English with Arabic, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish, although combinations of other languages with English may also be offered. We welcome enquiries from students with Finnish, Norwegian, Danish, Swedish, and Romanian. The decision to run any particular language combination is subject to demand and at the discretion of the Programme Convener in consultation with the Head of Department. |
| Location | Southlands College 80 Roehampton Lane London SW15 5SL |
Fees
| England | 8427 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 8427 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 8427 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 8427 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. Advice on recognition may be obtained from the Admissions Manager. Students must be able to work into or out of English and another language. Language combinations usually include English with Arabic, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish, although combinations of other languages with English may also be offered. We welcome enquiries from students with Finnish, Norwegian, Danish, Swedish, and Romanian. The decision to run any particular language combination is subject to demand and at the discretion of the Programme Convener in consultation with the Head of Department. |
| Location | Southlands College 80 Roehampton Lane London SW15 5SL |
Fees
| England | 471 GBP for Credit |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 471 GBP for Credit |
| Scotland | 471 GBP for Credit |
| Wales | 471 GBP for Credit |
University of Roehampton
At the University of Roehampton London, we offer a first-class educational experience, designed to help you reach your full potential and get the career you want. Whether you want to study for professional or personal development, we have a diverse range of postgraduate taught and research programmes for you to choose from. We are unique among London universities with a beautiful parkland campus and excellent facilities, located south-west London, allowing our students to study in an environment that places an emphasis on teaching and research excellence.
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