48 monthsProgramme duration
20,080 GBPTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
MA (Hons) Applied Modern Languages and Translating at Heriot-Watt University allows you to study French and Spanish to degree level and spend a year abroad on placement with two of our partner universities, where you will be immersed in your studied languages and cultures.
Our Applied Modern Languages and Translating programme is professionally recognised by the Chartered Institute of Linguistics – we ranked 3rd for French in Scotland by the Complete University Guide 2022.
This four-year degree will focus on practical language skills, communication studies, cultural studies, and linguistics/translation studies. You’ll be provided with opportunities to explore and develop links with potential employers, which will prepare you for employment in a variety of language-related careers. You’ll develop a critical understanding of the main theories, concepts and principles relating to the study of languages, including interpreting, and translating. You’ll be introduced to interpreting state-of-the-art booths which mirror the United Nations and European Parliament, and master translation skills in our language labs which use professional computer-assisted translation tools.
You will study abroad during your third year at one of our partner universities, where you will be immersed in your chosen languages and cultures. In your final year, you’ll be given the flexibility to tailor your studies to your personal interests and strengths by choosing specialised, optional courses.
You’ll gain a competitive edge in your post-graduation journey with our programme's industry relevance. Upon completing the programme, you'll possess transferable skills and qualities that are essential for entering professional-level employment across a diverse array of careers.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
MA (Hons) Applied Modern Languages and Translating at Heriot-Watt University allows you to study French and Spanish to degree level and spend a year abroad on placement with two of our partner universities, where you will be immersed in your studied languages and cultures.
Our Applied Modern Languages and Translating programme is professionally recognised by the Chartered Institute of Linguistics – we ranked 3rd for French in Scotland by the Complete University Guide 2022.
This four-year degree will focus on practical language skills, communication studies, cultural studies, and linguistics/translation studies. You’ll be provided with opportunities to explore and develop links with potential employers, which will prepare you for employment in a variety of language-related careers. You’ll develop a critical understanding of the main theories, concepts and principles relating to the study of languages, including interpreting, and translating. You’ll be introduced to interpreting state-of-the-art booths which mirror the United Nations and European Parliament, and master translation skills in our language labs which use professional computer-assisted translation tools.
You will study abroad during your third year at one of our partner universities, where you will be immersed in your chosen languages and cultures. In your final year, you’ll be given the flexibility to tailor your studies to your personal interests and strengths by choosing specialised, optional courses.
You’ll gain a competitive edge in your post-graduation journey with our programme's industry relevance. Upon completing the programme, you'll possess transferable skills and qualities that are essential for entering professional-level employment across a diverse array of careers.
Admission Requirements
- Highers BBBB.
- A-Levels BBC (B in main language)
- Int. Baccalaureate 30 points (HL 5 in main language)
- BTEC DDM
- HNC B in graded unit
- HND BB
Minimum entry requirements
- Highers BBBC (B required for at least one language to be studied)
- A-Levels BCC (B in main Language)
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