- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 12 months
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Linguistics
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
If you are interested in languages and want to pursue a career or further study in translation this programme is ideal for you. This exciting master’s provides practical training in translation as well as interpreting in different modes across a wide range of topics and real-life scenarios. We offer language specialisms in Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian and Spanish. This master’s will provide you with hands-on skills in practical translation and interpreting, covering different modes (written translation, sight translation, simultaneous, consecutive and public service interpreting, and subtitling) and a range of specialist areas. You will explore major theoretical approaches and core methodologies in translation 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 or interpreting and beyond. You will be able to draw on the interdisciplinary expertise of staff members from the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film (LCF) and LCF’s strong links with different cultural institutions in Liverpool. All of our Translation specialism options combine with English. If your language specialism is Chinese with English ourMA in Chinese-English Translation and Interpretingis the best programme for you. If you are looking to specialise in one or more of: Arabic, French, German, Italian or Spanish or one of these languages and Chinese with English then ourMA in Translationis the best programme to apply for. This master’s programme is designed for graduates and professionals from a variety of humanities and social sciences backgrounds who speak one or two of our chosen specialist languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian or Spanish) as a first or second language, who are seeking a career in translation or to develop transferrable skills which are valuable for a wide range of industries in an increasi
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