MA Translation and AI at University of Surrey

Building on the expertise of the world’s longest-running MA in Translation, we are leading the next generation of innovators in the language industry. We attract students from around the globe, providing a solid, all-round translator education, fit for the evolving realities and technological challenges of future language professions.

Department: Literature and Languages  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will develop professional translation skills to produce contextually accurate, culturally appropriate, and stylistically consistent translations. Guided by professional translators and experienced academics, you will explore different specialisms (e.g., business, legal, scientific, technical and medical domains), while building robust foundations in the linguistic, cognitive, quality-related, social and ethical dimensions of translation. You will also learn to understand, discuss and justify your translation decisions. Core modules include Professional Translation Practice I, Principles and Challenges of Translation and Interpreting, Professional Translation Practice II, Translation and Interpreting Studies Dissertation.

Career pathways

There is a growing demand for novel modes of translation and multilingual language services that our MA Translation and AI students are specifically prepared for. The course’s work placement dissertation option enables you to gain professional experience and nurture a close relationship with a prospective employer.

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