Masters Degrees (Legal Translation)

The programme is taught by academic staff and by experts from the industry who bring their professional experience into the classroom. Read more

Develop your career as a professional translator through our flexible and industry ready MA in Translation Studies. Join our global community of translators to discover the art of translation at one of the world’s top 100 Modern Languages departments*. Read more

The Specialised Translation MA is open to native and non-native speakers of English, who combine English with any of the following languages. Read more

This is one of the longest-running MA Translation courses in the world. Incorporating over 30 years of experience in translator education, our internationally recognised course focuses on professional translation, preparing you for a career in the language services industry. Read more

The growing complexity of international communication requires professionals with skills in both translation and interpreting. This course is one of the few in the UK to give you the skills needed to perform both tasks professionally. Read more

The Translation and Interpreting MA is open to native and non-native speakers of English, who combine English with any of the following languages. Read more

Develop high-level interpreting and translation skills on this challenging course, where you’ll use state-of-the-art technology to gain the knowledge base and practical skills to succeed in the language services industry. Read more

Our MA in Translation Studies offers core training in the theory and practice of translation. It’s design was informed by various protocols and best practice guidelines for the study of translation, to ensure it meets the standards and expectations of the contemporary translation service and industry. Read more

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The sphere and study of translation has witnessed unparalleled growth over the past 20 years. It is through translation that international business, trade, legal affairs, diplomatic missions, human rights interventions and international development and humanitarian aid are delivered. Read more

Develop high-level interpreting and translation skills on this challenging course, where you’ll use state-of-the-art technology to gain the knowledge base and practical skills to succeed in the language services industry. Read more

Translation and Cultures MA aims to provide students with a rigorous academic grounding in the theoretical and practical study of translation. Read more

This course is designed for students of Irish language and literature and for those working in the Irish language sector. There is a focus on a high standard of language and transferable language skills. Read more

Heriot-Watt University’s 2 Year MSc in Chinese – English Interpreting and Translating provides students with time to immerse themselves in a new culture and lift their language, interpreting and translating skills to a professional standard. Read more

The Professional Translation for European Languages MA combines practical training and theory to give you the skills and knowledge to become a professional translator. Read more