MA Translation and Localisation at University of Leeds

Programme overview

An on-campus MA combining translation practice and theory with professional tools, industry-standard technologies, project management and localisation across written and audiovisual forms, including multilingual group projects often with NGO and professional partners.

Duration: 12 months full time or 24 months part time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules: Methods and Approaches in Translation Studies, Introduction to Computer-Assisted Translation, Localisation and Project Management (15 credits each), and either Specialised Translation or English for Translation and Editing. Options cover areas such as dubbing, media accessibility, copywriting, parliamentary reporting and game localisation.

Career pathways

Language service providers (large organisations and SMEs), translation, localisation and media accessibility roles, with transferable IT, research and communication skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree with a 2:1 (Hons) or equivalent, preferably in a translation-related subject (modern languages, translation, linguistics, English language, language teaching); applicants from complementary areas such as media studies, philosophy, data science, social sciences, psychology, computer science or anthropology, or with relevant experience, are considered. Applicants answer supporting statement questions on why they wish to study the course and their career plans. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,900 for the whole programme (2027 entry) Source

International applicants: GBP 28,300 for the whole programme (2027 entry) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months part-time / 24 months part-time

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