MSt in Creative Translation at University of Oxford

Entry requirements

Minimum a first-class or strong upper second-class UK undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with honours in language and literature, achieved in French, German, Italian, Modern Greek, Portuguese, Russian or Spanish; entrance is very competitive and most successful applicants have a high first-class degree or equivalent (US GPA normally 3.6 minimum). Substantial relevant professional experience can alternatively demonstrate the degree requirement. Applicants need evidence of proficiency to CEFR C1 in at least one of the listed languages and evidence of literary competence. Three referees (at least two academic), statement of purpose (max 700 words) and two essays (max 2,000 words each) are required; no GRE or GMAT. Interviews are not normally held but may be used to clarify aspects of an application. English language (higher level): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 (Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24); C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 191 overall with 185 per component; Oxford Test of English Advanced 165 overall with 155 per component. Test must be taken no more than two years before the course start. Application deadline 5 January 2027 (Oxford scholarship consideration); final deadline 2 March 2027.