MSc/PgDip Business Translation & Interpreting at University of Strathclyde
| MSc/PgDip Business Translation & Interpreting at University of Strathclyde | |
| Course Duration | 1 Year |
| Course Intake | September |
| Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
| Course Level | Postgraduate |
| Tution Fees | £ 15,300 |
| English Language Requirment | |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
| TOEFL | 80 |
| PTE | 58 |
Study with us
- gain practical experience through industry-based activities on a flexible, skill-building course
- boost employability by participating in the SDL Trados Certification Program
- option to pursue a research pathway toward PhD study
- skill-focused, practical course combines business knowledge and translation/interpreting skills
Why this course?
The translation industry is on the rise and specialist translators are highly sought after.
The integration of business knowledge and translation/interpreting skills will give you a competitive edge in the job market, opening up a broader range of career opportunities.
Through the skill-focused and practical nature of the course, you'll gain invaluable industry experience and proficiency in translation and interpreting, which will potentially enhance your employability.
Our lecturers have a wide range of practical and research experience in translation and interpreting.
The practical translation and interpreting sessions will include industry-based tasks.
Glasgow is the economic centre of Scotland, where you can expect to experience a rich cultural and social life.
What you’ll study
Your classes will include:
- Text Typology & Translation
- Professional Interpreting Practice
- Translation and Language Technology
- Interpreting for Business and Commerce
- Business Translation
- Translation & Interpreting Studies
- Dissertation/Translation project
Facilities
Our translation labs are equipped with translation software, highly desired in the translation industry, such as SDL Trados.
Careers
Students gain professional proficiency in translation and liaison interpreting, specialising in business and commerce, which will open up a broad array of potential career paths from within the translation industry to global commerce and media.
Job titles from both the public and private sectors could include, but not necessarily be restricted to:
- translator
- interpreter
- technical writer
- international communication specialist (in advertising, marketing, media, and public affairs)
- educator
- administrator
Equipped with new business skills, you could also work freelance or establish your own translation and interpreting agency or business. This MSc is also a stepping-stone to pursue a PhD in the field of translation and/or interpreting.
University of Strathclyde Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Fee for various range of courses available at the university varies as per their duration, level and type of program. Some of the popular courses with their respective fees are as mentioned below.
Undergraduate Courses (2020-2021)
| Name of Faculty/Program | Fee (in GBP) |
|---|---|
| BBA | 17,500 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 21,500 |
| Computer & Information Sciences | 18,100 |
| Mathematics & Statistics | 15,300 |
| Architecture | 18,100 |
Graduate Courses (2020-2021)
| Name of Faculty | Fee (in GBP) |
|---|---|
| Faculty of humanities & social science | 15,300 |
| Strathclyde Business School | 24,300 |
| Faculty of Science | 20,350 |
| Faculty of Engineering | 20,900 |
Cost of Living
List of expenses apart from the basic tuition fee are as compiled below.
| Cost | Amount (GBP per week) |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | 100 to 142 |
| Food, local travel, laundry, among others | 100 |
| Books and supplies, clothing, graduation fees, et al. | 16.22 |
| Total | 216.22 – 258.22 |
Note that candidates looking for their private rented accommodation will require 100 to 125 GBP, per week, for a room in a shared plus other expenses.
| University of Strathclyde Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | £ 17,010 |
| Postgraduate | 18,509 |
| University of Strathclyde Cost Per Year | |
| Overall cost of living | £ 5,852 |
| Campus accommodation | £ 7,312 |
| * Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. | |
| University of Strathclyde English score required | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Undergraduate | 6.5 |
| IELTS Postgraduate | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Undergraduate | 73 |
| TOEFL Postgraduate | 73 |
| * Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. | |
| University of Strathclyde University Contact Details |
|---|
| University of Strathclyde Address |
| 16 Richmond St,Glasgow 16 Richmond St G1 1XQ |
| University of Strathclyde Email |
| christopher.mackay@strath.ac.uk |
| University of Strathclyde Phone |
| +44(0)1415482912 |