Translation Studies MA

Our Translation Studies MA will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to be a successful translator and writer in different languages. It offers comprehensive training in a wide range of areas (technical, business, legal, institutional, medical and literary) without neglecting the creative aspects which are key to enhance the performance of a professional translator.

The course is taught by experienced translators, writers and linguists, and it combines leading research expertise with professional relevance. It also benefits from a close association with the popular Creative Writing MA and MFA courses at Kingston.

What will you study?

The Translation Studies MA offers top-level translator training based on three main languages (English, French and Spanish). It is designed to:

• provide you with confidence and competence in the professional practice of translation from and into these languages;
• help you gain a better understanding of the main concepts and approaches in the discipline of translation studies, and their practical implementation; and
• to equip you with essential transferable skills, such as planning and carrying out academic research, developing analytical and critical thought, and making an efficient use of resources.

The course includes a professional development component, translation theory modules, institutional translation and the possibility of learning a third language, in accordance with the guidelines proposed by the European Commission's Directorate General for Translation.

It also offers a wide range of optional modules which will make it possible for you to specialise in your areas of interest (technical, business, legal, institutional, medical and literary).

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As a student on this course you will be part of the Kingston Writing School, a vibrant community of outstanding writers, journalists and publishers.

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