University of Wales Swansea

Program Information

Degree Offered

Literary Translation, MA

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Language combinations offered: Catalan, French, German, Spanish and Welsh.

This well-established programme is designed to offer both an independent scheme of study for advanced linguists and a practical and theoretical training for those wishing to pursue a career in literary translation. It is also suitable for practising translators who do not yet have but wish to gain formal qualifications. If you have a single or joint honours degree in Modern Languages, if you are an EU student who has studied English or Translation Studies, or if you are simply keen to study further, this flexible programme will give you a unique opportunity to develop your interests.

Programme Highlights

• Work in either one or two languages, plus English

• Balance of theory and practical translation modules

• All students take modules in Translation Theory, History of Translation and complete either a dissertation or Extended Translation

• Optional modules are chosen from Critical Theory, Literature and Culture

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No