MSc Translation Studies in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow | Glasgow United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 25,290
(c. USD33,959.41)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

This Master's program addresses the growing demand for expert translators in diverse industries. It features ten advanced language options, serving as both a pathway to professional translation careers and a theoretical foundation for doctoral research.
The curriculum combines Translation Studies theory with hands-on practice, equipping students with both academic knowledge and practical abilities for professional translation or PhD studies. Participants will master industry-standard translation memory tools with certification opportunities, plus optional subtitling software training. Language offerings include Catalan, Czech, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. Students benefit from cutting-edge technical facilities and an extensive library collection featuring over 10,000 resources, from multimedia language materials to specialized databases.
Our program features workshops and seminars with acclaimed translators, renowned scholars, and industry newcomers, creating valuable networking opportunities. Small class sizes ensure rapid skill development through close collaboration with leading Translation Studies researchers. Students join a vibrant international research community that hosts regular seminars and an annual conference. No prior translation knowledge is needed - we cover all fundamental concepts and methodologies throughout the course.
Reflecting global economic needs, recent years have witnessed surging demand for specialized translation expertise. The program develops both industry-ready skills and practical knowledge for freelance or agency translation careers.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

Applicants should normally have a 2.1 Honours degree or an equivalent qualification in French, Spanish (Castilian), Russian, Italian, Portuguese, German, Polish, Czech or Catalan or a cognate discipline and be a native speaker of English. You should also be able to demonstrate competence in a second language equivalent to European Common Framework C1. Alternatively, you can be a native speaker of one of the languages listed above, in which case you should have a 2.1 Honours degree or an equivalent in English or a cognate discipline, and be able to demonstrate a high level of English proficiency as described below. In keeping with established practice in professional contexts, students are normally expected to translate only into their native language.

We also require you to provide a short statement with your application indicating which language you wish to study and whether you have a secondary foreign language. If your native language is English, please indicate from which language or languages you wish to translate into English, and if your native language is one of the other languages offered, please indicate that you would like to translate from English into that language.

Applicants who wish to study translation into Mandarin should be native Mandarin speakers with a 2.1 Honours degree or an equivalent in English.

IELTS - 7.0 with no sub-test under 6.5.
TOEFL ibt - 94, with Reading 19, Listening 20, Speaking 20, Writing 24

Tuition GBP 25,290

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