Dublin,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MPhil in Literary Translation in Dublin 2 Ireland | Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
|
Dublin 2 Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Research)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
16,600
(c. USD19,128.18)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The M.Phil. in Literary Translation offers a distinctive chance to cultivate diverse practical translation abilities while gaining deep insights into translation theory, history, and critical analysis.
Housed within Trinity's Center for Literary and Cultural Translation - Ireland's premier institution for literary translation studies - students enjoy exceptional access to professional networks and industry perspectives.
While labeled "literary," the program interprets literature expansively to encompass all creative works, including video games, subtitles, speeches, graphic novels, and musical lyrics. Creative translation, particularly the specialized approach taught in this program, has seen growing academic and professional interest. As global demand for skilled translators rises, this human-centric form of translation remains uniquely resistant to automation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A minimum 2.1 honours class degree from an Irish university or its international equivalent.
A demonstrable working knowledge of two or more languages
For candidates who are not native English speakers and have not completed a degree through the medium of English, a minimum IELTS score of at least 6.5 in each category or its equivalent.
All applicants whose first language is not English and who have not been educated through the medium of English must present one of the following qualifications in the English language:
- IELTS: Grade 6.5 overall
- TOEFL: 88 internet-based, 570 paper-based, 230 computer-based
- University of Cambridge: Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2), Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE Academic: a minimum score of 63 to be eligible (with no section score below 59)
Tuition
EUR
16,600