Translation and Interpreting MA 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Newcastle University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

25,900 GBPTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

1Scholarships

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Linguistics

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Gain industry-relevant skills and critical knowledge in the fields of translation and interpreting. Our Translation and Interpreting MA uses English and Chinese as working languages.


With English and Chinese as working languages, our Translation and Interpreting MA will allow you to hone the skills you need to excel in your chosen professional domain.  


Our lecturers have a wealth of professional experience, both in-house and freelance. They have worked in the fields of translation, localisation, and conference interpreting.  


You will gain an understanding of how theory and practice intersect in translation and interpreting. You’ll have access to our state-of-the-art conference interpreting suite. You’ll also benefit from both our industry experience and established connections.  


The Translation and Interpreting Master's has one or two stages. Each stage lasts one year.  


You can study for two years. In your first year, you’ll join the Translation and Interpreting MA. Then in your second year, you’ll continue on the Translation and Interpreting pathway or choose to study:  


You can also study for one year. You’ll join the Translation and Interpreting MA, or any of the above MA programmes, directly at Stage 2. This option will depend on your previous qualifications and experience.  

Programme overview

Main Subject

Linguistics

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Gain industry-relevant skills and critical knowledge in the fields of translation and interpreting. Our Translation and Interpreting MA uses English and Chinese as working languages.


With English and Chinese as working languages, our Translation and Interpreting MA will allow you to hone the skills you need to excel in your chosen professional domain.  


Our lecturers have a wealth of professional experience, both in-house and freelance. They have worked in the fields of translation, localisation, and conference interpreting.  


You will gain an understanding of how theory and practice intersect in translation and interpreting. You’ll have access to our state-of-the-art conference interpreting suite. You’ll also benefit from both our industry experience and established connections.  


The Translation and Interpreting Master's has one or two stages. Each stage lasts one year.  


You can study for two years. In your first year, you’ll join the Translation and Interpreting MA. Then in your second year, you’ll continue on the Translation and Interpreting pathway or choose to study:  


You can also study for one year. You’ll join the Translation and Interpreting MA, or any of the above MA programmes, directly at Stage 2. This option will depend on your previous qualifications and experience.  

Admission Requirements

2.75+
7+
135+
5+
76+

Stage 1 entry


2:2 honours degree


OR


We will also consider your application if you have non-standard qualifications and at least two years of full-time experience as a translator or an interpreter.


Native English-speaking applicants need to have good degree-level knowledge of Chinese. When applying, include evidence to support your second language proficiency qualification. You may need to take part in an interview in Chinese.


Stage 2 entry (advanced)


2:2 honours degree


You must also have expert second-language knowledge.


Native English-speaking applicants to have good degree-level knowledge of Chinese. When applying, include evidence to support your second language proficiency qualification. You may need to take part in an interview in Chinese.

12 Months
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
11,400 GBP
International
25,900 GBP

Scholarships

Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)

Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)
Master Open

Value

$13518

Deadline

30 Aug 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

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