
Course Overview
Offered by Cardiff University, the MA Translation Studies provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in computing and information technology. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Gain core training in the theory and practice of translation and work in a language that suits you. Our MA in Translation Studies offers core training in the theory and practice of translation. Its 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. The aim is to provide you with a full understanding of the development of the discipline of translation studies and of the translation industry, allowing you to pursue specialist or vocation... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £31,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 honours degree in a relevant subject area such as humanities, language, literature, translation studies, or equivalent international degree |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 69 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
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