Chinese-English Translation and Interpreting
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 12 months
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Linguistics
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
Focusing on translation and interpreting between two of the world’s major languages, Chinese and English, this exciting master programme provides well-balanced practical training in translation and interpreting in different modes across a wide range of topics such as literature, science, business, law and medicine./p> Through this master’s programme, you will gain hands-on skills in practical translation and interpreting, covering different modes (written translation, sight translation, simultaneous, consecutive and public service interpreting) and across subject areas. You will explore major theoretical approaches and core methodologies in translation and interpreting as well as acquire useful transferrable skills (e.g. public speaking, intercultural communication, academic writing, active listening, critical thinking and analytical skills) for a successful career in translation and interpreting and beyond. You will be able to draw on the interdisciplinaryexpertise of staff membersfrom the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film and its strong links with theLiverpool Confucius Institute. This master’s programme is designed for graduates and professionals from a variety of humanities and social sciences backgrounds who speak Chinese as a first or second language, who are seeking to specialise in a subject area where they can develop transferrable skills which are valuable to a wide range of industries in an increasingly global world.
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:2 |
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English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, no part below 6 |
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IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0
Fees
International students: Full-time place, per year - £28,000; Part-time: £14,000
UK students: Full-time place, per year - £12,500; Part-time: £6,250
UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £12,500; Part-time: £6,250
International: Full-time place, per year - £28,000; Part-time: £14,000
Start dates
28 September 2026
Application deadline
Rolling admissions - apply early
Campus
- Liverpool, United Kingdom