BA (Hons) Translation, Media and Modern Languages
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
Break down barriers of language and culture with a unique combination of advanced language studies and training in translation and media. This distinctive and flexible course reflects the global need for skilled language and media professionals. You’ll study two languages (French, Japanese, or Spanish) to degree level, as well as choose from a range of specialist modules in translation, media, culture, and society.
You’ll be introduced to a range of specialist translation skills and learn about how translation is practiced across different media in a globalised world. You’ll also have the exciting opportunity to gain translation work experience and subtitling and dubbing skills. You’ll have access to our language lab with its cutting-edge audiovisual translation and interpreting technologies, and we offer a huge range of activities for you to get involved in, both on our beautiful UEA campus and in the vibrant, distinctive city of Norwich.
Recent examples include our Love Languages Day, Discover Japan, and Bunkasai cultural events and Creative Translation for Schools project. Follow us on Instagram to find out more!
Key highlights
- Study two of French, Japanese or Spanish to degree level
- Specialist modules in translation, media, culture and society
- Translation work experience opportunities built into the course
- Develop practical subtitling and dubbing skills
- Language lab with audiovisual translation and interpreting technologies
- Cultural events and projects such as Creative Translation for Schools
Entry requirements
- International Baccalaureate: 32 — overall including HL 5 in Fre
- Scottish Advanced Highers: BCC — or above including French, Spanish or Japanese
- Scottish Highers: AAABB — or above including grade A in French, Spanish or Japanese
- Irish Leaving Certificate — 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 including French, Spanish or Japanese
Careers this course leads to
- Translator
- Subtitler
- Audiovisual translator
- Interpreter
- Localisation specialist
- Media content producer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £23,100 per year
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 University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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