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Applied Modern Languages & Translating: French/Spanish MA (Hons)

Heriot-Watt University

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Heriot-Watt University

Course options

4 options available

  • Qualification

    Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

  • Location

    Edinburgh Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Heriot-Watt University has been teaching languages for a professional purpose for over 50 years.We were ranked as the Number 1 University in Scotland for Modern Languages in the National Student Survey 2018 with the highest overall student satisfaction. We also gained the highest ranking in Scotland for employability from Modern Languages in the Guardian University Rankings 2019.MA (Hons) Applied Languages and Translating allows you to study French and Spanish to degree level and spend Year 3 abroad studying at partner universities, immersed in French and Spanish languages and cultures.This degree focuses on practical language skills, communication studies, European studies and linguistics/ translation studies. You will be introduced to interpreting in state-of-the-art booths which mirror the United Nations and European Parliament and learn translation skills in language labs with professional-standard CAT tools.Students with only one language at post-Higher/A-Level follow an accelerated intensive language course during Year 1 and join the mainstream language courses from Year 2. In Year 3 you study abroad, immersed in your chosen languages and cultures and in Year 4 you are given flexibility to tailor your studies to your personal interest and strengths.


Accreditation

The Department of Languages and Intercultural Studies is a member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (ITI).We are also official higher education partner of the Chartered Institute of Linguists – a professional body that maintains the highest standards for practising interpreters and translators: Chartered Institute of LinguistsIn addition, we are founding members of CIUTI, the world’s oldest and most prestigious international association of universities who train interpreters and translators: CIUTI

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 18,704per year

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University information

Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University

  • University League Table

    42nd

  • Campus address

    Heriot-Watt University, Riccarton, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH14 4AS, Scotland

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One of Scotland's most international universities. With five global campuses, you'll join over 27,000 students and an alumni network of 159,000 in 190 nations.
Global companies actively seek out Heriot-Watt graduates due to the nature of the university's research-informed education.
Opportunities to transfer seamlessly between campuses in Dubai, Malaysia and Scotland through the university's 'Go Global' scheme.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    French

    30th out of 47 6

    34th out of 47 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    183 81%

    8th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    16th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    33rd

    5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    180 83%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    21st

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    29th

    1

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