University of East Anglia

BA (Hons) Translation, Media and Modern Language (with a year abroad)

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 French, Spanish, or Japanese 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 have the exciting opportunity to gain translation work experience and subtitling and dubbing skills. You can also take another language, such as Arabic, BSL, Chinese or German, subject to availability.

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 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 French, Spanish or Japanese to degree level
  • Specialist modules in translation, media, culture and society
  • Gain translation work experience alongside subtitling and dubbing skills
  • Language lab with audiovisual translation and interpreting technologies
  • Option to add Arabic, BSL, Chinese or German, subject to availability
  • Year abroad included in the four-year degree

Entry requirements

  • GCSE: 5/B — Additional GCSE Requirements: We also require GCSE grade 5 or B in any Modern Language, or equivalent qualification.
  • International Baccalaureate: 32 — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB or above. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable. Scottish Advanced Highers BCC or above.
  • Scottish Advanced Highers: BCC — or above
  • Scottish Highers: AAABB — or above
  • Irish Leaving Certificate — 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3

Careers this course leads to

  • Translator
  • Subtitler
  • Audiovisual translator
  • Localisation specialist
  • Interpreter
  • Media researcher

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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