Modern Languages, Translation and Interpreting BA (Hons)

Swansea University

Our four-year specialist BA Modern Languages, Translation and Interpreting degree programme with a Year Abroad is aimed at students wanting to develop their language skills across two languages (French, German or Spanish), alongside undertaking supplementary modules in translation and interpreting. The course will provide the knowledge and practical skills needed to prepare you for a professional language career in the modern world. You will spend a year abroad either studying with one of our partner universities with excellent translation and interpretation programmes , teaching at a school or undertaking a work placement. This Year Abroad will provide you with valuable experiences, boosting your student experience and employment prospects. You will benefit from access to excellent resources at our Singleton Park campus, including access to our dedicated language labs for computer-assisted translation, project management software and lectures by industry professionals. You will explore concepts of translation and interpreting, translation theory, terminology management and interpreting for business, health or law. Outside of your studies you can further connect with native speakers through our many clubs and societies including the French, German and Hispanic Societies and our weekly language cafes where you will get the chance to interact with native speakers in the languages you are studying. Modern languages at Swansea is ranked top 10 in the UK and 3rd in the UK for Career Prospects (Guardian University Guide 2023). Research in Modern Languages at Swansea has been rated as internationally excellent and world-leading (REF 2021). Our graduates develop many transferable skills and go on to have successful careers in education, translation and interpreting, journalism and public relations, government and humanitarian organisations, business and commerce, and public services. Find out more about our course at:

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