Translation Studies MA

University of Exeter Languages, Cultures and Visual Studies

Full time & Part time September MA 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time.

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About the course

Overview

Provides excellent professional training for careers in the language services industry as a rigorous foundation in the academic field of Translation Studies
Expertise in a host of languages, including Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Italian, Kurdish, Russian and Spanish
Opportunity to do a translation work placement or project
Access to bespoke, free English-language support through INTO University of Exeter
Dedicated space for study and collaborative work in a refurbished Language Centre

Course content

The programme is divided into units of study called modules which are assigned 'credits'. The credit rating of a module is proportional to the total workload, with 1 credit being nominally equivalent to 10 hours of work.

Entry Requirements

Normally equivalent to a UK 2:1 Honours degree in English, Linguistics, Translation or a similar subject. Exceptions may be made if you are already working within the translation industry.

Chinese (Mandarin)
Must be your mother tongue, or you must be able to demonstrate a native-equivalent knowledge of Chinese, in addition to a clear interest in translation theory and practice.

European/Arabic/Kurdish
You should have native or near-native knowledge of the language you wish to translate into, otherwise known as your target language. In addition, you will need to demonstrate a clear interest in translation theory and practice.

Fees

For current programme fees please see our website.

Where will I study?

University of Exeter

At the University of Exeter, we offer exceptional Masters opportunities in beautiful South West England, combining world-class teaching with a supportive and innovative learning environment. Ranked 13th in the UK in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025, we are one of only four Russell Group universities to receive a triple gold award in the most recent Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023), reflecting our commitment to outstanding teaching and student experience.