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PostgraduateMSc

Translating

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£21,192Per Year (Intl)
£32,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Translating at Heriot-Watt University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about driving digital innovation. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. During the master’s programme, you’ll master the skills and techniques of translating to a professional standard. You’ll be able to understand and use a range of computer-assisted translation tools. You’ll develop relevant transferable communication skills, including the skills of summarising, revising and editing. International tuition fees are £21,192 per year, home/UK fees are £10,528 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Specialised Translation Practice
Computer-Assisted Translation Tools
Translation Theory and Professional Practice
Editing
Revising and Quality Assurance
Translator-Client Communication and Project Management
Research Methods in Translation Studies
Translation Dissertation
Interpreting for Professional Contexts
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5
PTE Academic73

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£21,192

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£21,192

Home Student Fee

£10,528

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Heriot-Watt University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£30,000£32,000£36,000
3 years£26,500£30,500£36,500
5 years£30,500£37,500£45,000
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH10). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

45%Working
40%Studying
10%Work & Study
80%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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