Modern Languages and Translation & Interpretation Studies

About this programme

This applied degree is designed to meet the needs of future translators and interpreters. You'll develop a high level of proficiency in two languages and gain practical experience to further your understanding and fluency in a period of residence abroad. You will gain a high degree of proficiency and communicative competence in two foreign languages as well as the translation and interpreting skills needed to carve out a career in the expanding market. The innovative combination of academic and vocational elements will open doors for students and provide valuable transferable skills. Gain fluency in your chosen languages and develop knowledge and practical skills in translation and interpreting. The University of Aberdeen is delighted to offer eligible self-funded international on-campus undergraduate students a £6,000 scholarship for every year of their programme. COMPULSORY Introduction to Translation and Interpreting Studies (15 credits) 1HS Working with Texts (15 credits) 2HS OPTIONAL - you will need to study one in 1HS and one in 2HS Introduction to Literature and Culture of one of the languages chosen (1HS) English structure and use (1HS) Communication and Language in Contemporary Societies (2HS) This compulsory evaluation is designed to find out if your academic writing is of a sufficient standard to enable you to succeed at university and, if you need it, to provide support to improve. It is completed on-line via MyAberdeen with clear instructions to guide you through it. If you pass the evaluation at the first assessment it will not take much of your time. If y