About this course

Learn how to communicate across different languages and cultures on this MA in Translation and Professional Communication Skills. On this UK master’s degree you'll gain specialist knowledge in translation, mediation and interpreting. You'll be well prepared for a career in multicultural and multilingual settings.

For the 2022 to 2023 academic year this course is only available for translation between English and Chinese.

On this UK master’s course at the University of Southampton, you'll get to choose from range of specialist modules, including:

• translation
• mediation
• interpreting
• subtitling
• professional writing and editing

This master’s degree in translation and professional communication skills combines theoretical learning with practical exercises to develop skills you’ll need for a range of multilingual and multicultural environments. As well as working with translation theorists and practitioners, you'll study with experts in cultural and literary studies, history, ethnography and anthropology.

You’ll also get the chance to use software such as Trados and memoQ - widely used in language-related professions - and familiarise yourself with industry-standard interpreting equipment.

An optional placement module will give you the chance to apply what you’ve learnt to a work environment of your choice.

As a postgraduate student, you’ll be a member of the dynamic research environment here at Southampton. You’ll improve your knowledge through events hosted by the:

• Centre for Transnational Studies
• Centre for Imperial and Postcolonial Studies
• Centre for Global Englishes

Careers

The programme will give you the analysis, communication and critical thinking skills to do well in a wide range of careers. You’ll learn about what working across cultures entails, so you’ll be well suited to work in multicultural and multilingual environments. If you want to continue an academic career, you’ll benefit from our department’s track record in securing places and funding for postgraduate research.

Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level)

On this course you'll learn through a range of activities that may include lectures, classes and tutorials, optional work placement, coursework, individual and group projects and independent learning (studying on your own).

You'll be able to demonstrate what you have learnt through a variety of assessment methods, such as coursework, essays, group essays, exams, practical translation tasks and a dissertation.

You’ll be supported by a personal academic tutor for general support and a supervisor to offer guidance throughout your dissertation. Your contact hours will vary depending on your module choices.