French, Interpreting and Translation
Manchester Metropolitan UniversityManchester, United Kingdom
Course overview
Proficiency in modern languages could help you to gain a competitive edge in the global jobs market. In both the private and public sectors there is demand for professionals with strong language skills who can work in culturally diverse environments. More than 75 million people speak French as their native language.
French is also one of the official languages in Canada, Belgium, and Switzerland and is spoken widely across the North African countries of Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia, and is one of the six official languages of the United Nations. On this degree you will be absorbed into the eve
Key highlights
- Year of residence abroad in a French-speaking country
- Develops interpreting and translation skills alongside French language study
- Prepares you to work in culturally diverse environments
- French is an official United Nations language
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — 104-112 UCAS tariff points A level French at Grade B or above, or accepted equivalent, is required for all applicants.
- A-level: BCC — or equivalent
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC National Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — Pass overall with a minimum 106
- GCSE: C/4 — to include English Language
- International Baccalaureate: 26 — Specific GCSE requirements GCSE grade C/4 in English Language or equivalent, e.g. International Baccalaureate points IIB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 104 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects.
Scholarships
International Undergraduate Scholarships
£2,000 for each year of your degree.
Up to £2,000Sanctuary Scholarship
Sports Scholarship
The total package is worth up to £10,000 per year. Additional support is available for exceptional applicants.
Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarship
Value: 50% of tuition fees in the first year of study.
Up to 50% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Translator
- Interpreter
- Localisation specialist
- Language services project manager
- Subtitler
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Manchester Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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