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- Specialised Translation (Audiovisual) MSc
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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
UCL (University College London)
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
27-SEP-21
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
This MSc is designed to provide first-class training in audiovisual translation and accessibility to the media. The programme offers you the opportunity to develop your translation and language skills, to deepen your understanding of the workings of language as an essential tool of communication and to gain vital experience in the rapidly developing areas of audiovisual translation and accessibility to the media. By focusing on the translation of audiovisual programmes, you will be equipped with the skills needed for professional work in the translation industry and for research in translation studies. You will practice translation in specific language pairs and will become conversant with industry standard subtitling software and translation technology, which have been transforming the way in which professional audiovisual translators work.
CareersMost students find challenging and rewarding work within the translation industry on completion of the degree. Some are working as in-house and freelance translators, while others are active as project managers and translation technology experts in companies such as SDL International, BBC, Expedia, Netflix, Hogarth, TransPerfect, SDI-Media, VSI, GoLocalise and Deluxe to name but a few. In addition, the MSc is designed to serve as a basis for a Translation Studies PhD.
EmployabilityAudiovisual translation is a dynamic and rapidly developing profession, which calls for linguistically-talented people with a clear understanding of the issues involved in cross-cultural transcoding and who are able to utilise the latest translation technology. On completion of this MSc, you will be well placed for a fast-track progression in your chosen career. We aim to make you highly attractive to employers within the translation industry and the world of audiovisual communications. In addition, the skills acquired through taking this MSc will be highly relevant if your aim is to establish yourself as a freelance translator.
Application deadline
30/07/2021
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University information
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Campus address
UCL (University College London), Gower Street, London, Camden, WC1E 6BT, England
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Subject ranking
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Entry standards
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Graduate prospects
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.08 82%13th
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