Msc/pgdip Business Translation & Interpreting in University of Strathclyde, UK

Msc/pgdip Business Translation & Interpreting in University of Strathclyde

Study with us

• gain practical experience through industry-based activities on a flexible, skill-building course
• boost employability by participating in the SDL Trados Certification Program
• option to pursue a research pathway toward PhD study
• skill-focused, practical course combines business knowledge and translation/interpreting skills

Why this course?

The translation industry is on the rise and specialist translators are highly sought after.

The integration of business knowledge and translation/interpreting skills will give you a competitive edge in the job market, opening up a broader range of career opportunities.

Through the skill-focused and practical nature of the course, you'll gain invaluable industry experience and proficiency in translation and interpreting, which will potentially enhance your employability.

Our lecturers have a wide range of practical and research experience in translation and interpreting.

The practical translation and interpreting sessions will include industry-based tasks.

Glasgow is the economic centre of Scotland, where you can expect to experience a rich cultural and social life.

What you’ll study

Your classes will include: 

• Text Typology & Translation
• Professional Interpreting Practice
• Translation and Language Technology
• Interpreting for Business and Commerce
• Business Translation
• Translation & Interpreting Studies
• Dissertation/Translation project

Facilities

Our translation labs are equipped with translation software, highly desired in the translation industry, such as SDL Trados.

Careers

Students gain professional proficiency in translation and liaison interpreting, specialising in business and commerce, which will open up a broad array of potential career paths from within the translation industry to global commerce and media.

Job titles from both the public and private sectors could include, but not necessarily be restricted to:

• translator
• interpreter
• technical writer
• international communication specialist (in advertising, marketing, media, and public affairs)
• educator
• administrator

Equipped with new business skills, you could also work freelance or establish your own translation and interpreting agency or business. This MSc is also a stepping-stone to pursue a PhD in the field of translation and/or interpreting.

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