Translation

We run two programme pathways: one for those with an A-level or equivalent competence in a modern language (Upper Elementary) and one for those with limited or no knowledge of a modern language (Elementary).

You’ll develop your writing, oral and listening skills through a range of learning activities and audio-visual materials. In addition, you’ll hone your linguistic and critical thinking skills by studying our bespoke translation modules, which have been developed by a team of experienced translation and language specialists with rich research expertise and a passion for languages.

On completion of this programme, you’ll have excellent practical translation skills and will be a confident and independent user of one or two modern foreign languages. You’ll be able to write fluently and accurately, and read, understand and analyse complex texts in those language(s) and in English with confidence.

You’ll acquire a wealth of transferable skills and knowledge beneficial to the world of employment, making you competitive and attractive in an increasingly global workforce and opening the doors to a variety of other career paths.

This is a 3-year degree without a compulsory Year Abroad. However, you have the option to transfer to our 4-year BA Modern Languages and Translation programme if the Year Abroad becomes more attractive to you as you study.

If you choose to study the two language pathway, you cannot select two Elementary language modules. To study the 2 language pathway, you must be able to study a minimum of one of your language choices at Upper Elementary level (A Level of equivalent).

Distinctive Features of the Programme