
Modern Languages and Translation & Interpretation Studies MA (Hons)
Course Overview - Modern Languages and Translation & Interpretation Studies MA (Hons)
This applied degree is designed to meet the needs of future translators and interpreters. Youll develop a high level of proficiency in two languages and gain practical experience to further your understanding and fluency in a period of residence abroad.
You will gain a high degree of proficiency and communicative competence in two foreign languages as well as the translation and interpreting skills needed to carve out a career in the expanding market. The innovative combination of academic and vocational elements will open doors for students and provide valuable transferabl...
This applied degree is designed to meet the needs of future translators and interpreters. Youll develop a high level of proficiency in two languages and gain practical experience to further your understanding and fluency in a period of residence abroad.<br/><br/>You will gain a high degree of proficiency and communicative competence in two foreign languages as well as the translation and interpreting skills needed to carve out a career in the expanding market. The innovative combination of academic and vocational elements will open doors for students and provide valuable transferable skills. Gain fluency in your chosen languages and develop knowledge and practical skills in translation and interpreting.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
RQ51
Institution Code
A20
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
B,B,B,B
Applicants who have achieved BBBB or better (to include either French, Spanish or German), are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/ Advanced Highers may be required. Note: we do not double count a Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject, but we do consider that a B at Adv Higher is equivalent to an A grade at Higher. National 5 English at minimum grade C.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
For entry into First Year, a minimum of 32 points required, including at least 5,5,5 at HL to include either French, Spanish or German. For entry into Second Year, a minimum of 36 points, including at 6, 6, 6 at Higher level in subject(s) selected. English at a minimum of Standard level required.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not Accepted
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H3,H3
A minimum of 5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3 OR AAABB, obtained in a single sitting. (The grading within band B must be at B2 or above). At least one H at H2 in French, Spanish or German. Also required: O in English or English Language
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B,B
Second year entry may be possible in most school based subjects. A minimum of ABB overall in Adv Higher is required. Adv Higher at A in the subject selected for Single Honours or AB in the subject selected for Joint Honours. French, Spanish or German at Higher B also required.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
One FA is equivalent to a Higher at A. It cannot replace any required subjects.
A level
B,B,C
For First Year Entry a minimum of 3 A Levels at BBC, with at least a B in either French, Spanish or German. For Second Year Entry a minimum of an A in the subject selected for Single Honours plus BB, or AB in the subjects selected for Joint Honours plus a further B. GCSE in English or English Language is also required.
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