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Master of Arts in Translation (Coursework) at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

The Master of Arts in Translation by coursework enables students to undertake individual research into the science of translation, interpreting or editing and to apply that knowledge in careers related to language practice.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences  |  Department: Afrikaans and Dutch  |  Duration: Two years  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

The programme comprises a Thesis (Translation) of 120 credits and Research Methodology (Translation) of 60 credits.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An Honours degree in Translation, a Postgraduate Diploma in Translation, an Honours degree in an applicable language or in General Linguistics, or another qualification deemed equivalent by Senate.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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