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Master’s in Translation and Interpreting Online

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Master's in Translation and Interpreting Online

100% online study.

Want to turn your language skills into a translation or interpreting career? Whether you are interested in business translation, medical translation, conference interpreting, legal translation, literary translation, transcreation, or localization, the online Master's (MS) in Translation & Interpreting offered by the NYU SPS Center for Publishing & Applied Liberal Arts prepares you for a wide range of translation and interpreting careers, from localization to project management. This 36-credit, fully online program provides students with the best of both worlds—the convenience and flexibility of learning on your own terms and at your own pace, while benefiting from a rigorous curriculum, a variety of elective courses tailored to your interests, and the prestige of earning your master’s degree at NYU , one of the world's most respected universities.

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Degree Advantages

Fully online format with opportunities to engage with faculty members and students at regular intervals
Curricu lum that allows students to study translation from any language into English
Covers both written translation and the best practices of oral interpreting
Elective courses that customize your learning experience
Prepares students for the American Translators Association (ATA) Certification Exam, a language industry-recognized credential
Taught by faculty members who are professional experts in their fields
Full-and part-time study options

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Join an upcoming online session to learn more about our graduate degree program in Translation and Interpreting. As an attendee of an Explore Graduate Opportunities at NYU SPS session, you will meet members of our team and have the opportunity to ask questions about the online program, admission requirements, and application process.

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Who Should Consider Earning the MS in Translation & Interpreting?

Whether you are interested in pursuing a full-time position with a language services provider or prefer the flexibility of a freelance translation and interpreting career, the MS in Translation & Interpreting will prepare you for a professional path in the translation industry, which is growing faster than many other fields. The online program provides students with the professional growth and cutting-edge translation and interpreting skills to work anywhere in the world. In a 2022 survey, we found that 100% of recent MS in Translation & Interpreting graduates reported being employed within six months of graduation.

Student Experiences

Become a language professional.

Faculty members who teach in the online MS in Translation & Interpreting program share their deep expertise with students from around the world. The comprehensive online program focuses on the specialized skills required for translation and interpreting, while thesis advisers provide guidance to students on the subtle nuances of Spanish-to-English translation , Chinese-to-English translation , Arabic-to-English translation , and numerous other language pairs.

Choose From a Wide Range of Elective Courses in Emerging Fields

The online MS in Translation & Interpreting program affords a solid core in theory and practice, terminology, and technology. In addition, the degree's elective courses provide students with the knowledge and tools to succeed in fields such as legal translation , literary translation , transcreation , website localization , machine translation , and financial translation and will provide tremendous flexibility in your translating and interpreting career.

Build a Portfolio of Projects That Demonstrates Your Translation and Interpretation Skills

The online MS in Translation & Interpreting is designed to ensure that you walk away with a comprehensive portfolio of translation projects that truly demonstrate your translation and interpreting skills to prospective employers, organizations, and clients. Your portfolio can be tailored to the area of specialization you choose—from medical translation , literary translation , and legal translation , to transcreation , financial translation , and localization of software and websites .

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is a master's degree in translation and interpreting.

A master's degree in translation and interpreting is a graduate-level academic program designed to provide students and working professionals with advanced training in the fields of translation and interpreting. The New York University SPS MS in Translation and Interpreting online program is intended for students with proficiency in at least one language in addition to English and who seek to develop specialized skill sets in translating written texts and interpreting spoken communication.

What can you do with a Master’s (MS) in Translation and Interpreting?

Once you've completed your MS in Translation & Interpreting, available jobs range from translation and localization to publishing and project management. Whether in law, finance, advertising, or intergovernmental agencies, the great need for translators is creating rewarding freelance and employment opportunities.

What languages are in high demand for translators?

Translators are in high demand across many languages given the global market for these professionals. The MS in Translation & Interpreting is open to applicants who wish to study translation from any language into English. The curriculum features terminology, research, revision, technology, and professionalization skills along with language-specific guidance.

Do translators need a Master’s degree?

Having a Master’s degree sets you apart and shortens the path to success in this rewarding career. Almost half of translators and interpreters surveyed by the American Translators Association hold master’s degrees. The MS in Translation & Interpreting program prepares its students for dynamic careers as highly skilled translators and language specialists.

How can I prepare for the ATA Certification Exam through this program?

Many of our students take the American Translators Association (ATA) Certification Exam , which is a 3-hour test-based credential and an advantageous addition to your resume. By the end of the MS in Translation & Interpreting program, graduates translate at a level that meets the ILR skill descriptions for professional performance.

What is the difference between translation and interpreting?

Translators work with written texts, while interpreters work with the spoken word. Students benefit from exposure to both practices, even though most professionals specialize in either translation or interpreting. In this program, students will master advanced strategies for translating complex documents and gain a foundation in the principles of interpreting.

How can I finance my degree? Are financial aid or scholarships available?

Options for financing the MS in Translation & Interpreting degree include Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), scholarships, private loan options, employer or veterans’ benefits, and New York University payment plans. We encourage students to explore the NYU SPS resources page on Graduate Financial Aid to find more information on financial aid and scholarships.

How does the MS in Translation and Interpreting at NYU differ from other programs?

The Master of Science in Translation and Interpreting at New York University was the first program to offer students a fully online degree in this discipline and has done so since 2012. We are also the only program to offer translation from any source language into English. Students will receive language-specific guidance in independent studies and the thesis project. We also designed the curriculum with the understanding that many translators and interpreters work in multiple language pairs. Our focus is on core skills in research, terminology, revision, technology, and professionalization to support translation from any language, along with the widest range of electives available.

What are the admission requirements for this online MS in Translation and Interpreting?

The NYU SPS Admissions team carefully weighs each component of your application during the admissions review process to evaluate your ability to benefit from and contribute to the dynamic learning environment and the challenging curriculum that the NYU School of Professional Studies offers. Visit the NYU SPS Graduate Application Requirements and Deadlines page for additional information about our admission requirements. Applicants to the MS in Translation and Interpreting should also take the ACTFL Proficiency Test .

How long does it take to complete the online MS in Translation and Interpreting?

The NYU SPS MS in Translation and Interpreting program usually takes three semesters to complete as a full-time student and two to four years to complete as a part-time student.

Is it worth doing a Master of Science in Translation and Interpreting?

A Master’s degree is the gold standard credential in the language professions. The decision to pursue a Master of Science in Translation and Interpreting depends on your career goals and interests. Meet with professionals in the field and current students to gather insights and learn how completing an online graduate program in translation and interpreting can help you fulfill your aspirations.

Can translators make a lot of money?

Translators' wages vary depending on several factors such as the specialization in which they work and their experience, work structure (freelance vs. salaried), and clientele. For example, salaried professionals working in advertising or computer systems design make $91,390 to $106,540 per year on average, while those working in elementary schools or local government make $56,490 to $63,680 per year on average according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics . Freelance language professionals can make into the six figures, according to the American Translators Association .

What language is most in demand for translation?

The demand for translation services can vary depending on factors such as geographic location, industries, and global economic trends. However, certain languages are consistently in high demand due to their widespread use in international business, diplomacy, and cultural exchange. Chinese, Spanish, and Arabic are examples of in-demand languages for translation services. Translators in other languages can specialize and succeed as well. The NYU SPS program has trained students in Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, French, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish, and many others, including languages of lesser diffusion.

Will artificial intelligence replace translators?

While AI technologies have made significant advancements in the digital age, they are not likely to replace human translators any time soon. This is because, unlike a professional human translator, AI struggles with nuance, cultural understanding, humor, and creative expression. The future of translation and the language services industry is likely a collaborative one, with human translators and AI working together to provide accurately translated content. The NYU MS in Translation & Interpreting program has integrated AI throughout the curriculum, including in particular the Core courses in Translation Technologies and The Language Professions and electives from Transcreation and Marketing Translation to Patent Translation to Post-Editing Machine Translation. The teaching of up-to-date technologies, including AI, is a key component of our program’s learning outcomes. We also hold events about AI in the Professions .

Is being a translator a stressful job?

Our faculty and students report that translation careers are joyful, creative, and rewarding. Being a translator can be challenging, and the level of stress varies like any job, but translation is ultimately a fulfilling career that leverages your multilingual skills. Since many translators and interpreters are self-employed, you will also have options to take control of your career. The NYU Master’s program in Translation & Interpreting helps students track toward freelance or full-time employment based on your personal situation and preferences.

How do I start a career in translation?

To start a career in translation, it's crucial to be fluent in at least two languages. From there, you can obtain a formal education to build your foundation and establish yourself as a professional in the field.

How many years does it take to become a translator?

The time it takes to become a translator can vary. Many translators start their profession by earning a bachelor's degree in any field and then pursue a Master’s degree in Translation & Interpreting to dive into a specialization of their interest.

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Graduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting

Students learning at the translation booth room at UNSW Kensignton campus.

Entry requirements

What will I study?

Future careers

How to apply, fees & scholarships.

The UNSW Graduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting is tailored to meet your career goals. Choose electives to specialise in a particular field while you build professional translating and interpreting skills. You'll develop practical techniques with access to current real-world technologies and also with translation studies and interpreting coursework led by industry-experienced lecturers.

Why study a graduate diploma? Open the door to your profession without committing to a full master’s degree. A graduate diploma offers more opportunities to develop your specialisation than the shorter graduate certificate. In comparison, the master’s degree takes two years and offers comprehensive knowledge, professional development, and further accreditation opportunities. The courses in the graduate diploma can also be credited toward the master's degree if you wish to continue your studies.

Key features

Customise your studies Choose courses that focus on your preferred specialisation, including legal, medical, business, media, and community translation and interpreting. Depending on demand, you’ll build your specialisation in Chinese (Mandarin), Chinese (Cantonese), French, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Portuguese, Serbian or Spanish.

Real-world technology You'll have access to the latest interpreting and translation technology and equipment including training stations, simultaneous interpreting booths, a moot courtroom, translation memories, machine translation, audio-visual translation (subtitling and captioning) and corpus linguistics software.

NAATI endorsement The National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) endorses this graduate certificate, which means you will be prepared to sit the following exams with NAATI:

Certified Provisional Interpreter
Certified Interpreter
Certified Translator

Professional experience Apply what you learn in class to dynamic, real-world professional settings that complement the academic components of your chosen courses.

Potential to level up This program is a pathway toward the UNSW Master of Translation and the UNSW Master of Interpreting . Its courses can also be credited toward the UNSW Master of Translation and Interpreting .

Why study at UNSW?

Connect with UNSW’s strong industry links and partnerships
Join a proudly diverse, collaborative, and inclusive community
Learn through supportive, research-informed teaching
Access a global alumni network
Endorsement with NAATI

Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65% and an advanced level of bilingual proficiency.

Applicants should provide the evidence of proficiency in the nominated language through prior study or NAATI certification/accreditation. Alternatively, upon submitting an application, applicants may be prompted to undertake a proficiency test.

Recognition of prior learning Receive up to 6 units of credit per course towards this program if you have completed the short courses as advised in the Graduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting Handbook entry requirements.

English language requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

English language tests and university English courses
Prior study in the medium of English
Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

Check the specific English language requirements for this program

Program structure.

The Graduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting involves completing eight courses: a core discipline course, two practical courses (one in interpreting, one in translation) and five prescribed electives. You can tailor the practical courses and prescribed electives toward your career goals and interests.

Research and Theories of Translation and Interpreting

You'll choose one practical course in interpreting. This list is a sample only, for the current course list please visit the handbook .

Advanced Conference Interpreting
Community of Practice for Interpreting
Conference Interpreting
Interpreting Certification Preparation
Interpreting in Community Settings
Interpreting in International Settings
Interpreting in Legal Settings

You'll choose one practical course in translation. This list is a sample only, for the current course list please visit the handbook .

Advanced Translation Technology and Industry Practice
Multimedia Translation
Specialised Translation
Translation Certification Preparation
Translation Technology

You'll choose five electives. This list is a sample only, for the current course list please visit the handbook .

Any of the practical courses list above
Cross-cultural Pragmatics
Current Issues in Bilingualism
Language Technology
Second Language Acquisition
Semantics and Pragmatics
The Grammar of English
The Psychology of Language

Note: this information is subject to change. For the most current information, please view the program structure in the Graduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting Handbook .

A Graduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting will build the framework and skills to support and strengthen your career progression as a translator or interpreter.

Career opportunities

Depending on the courses you choose, you can work toward a career in the following industries:

Business and economics
Education and academia
Law and international relations
Marketing and publishing
Media and journalism
Science and technology

Applications must be submitted through our Apply Online portal. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term. Some high-demand programs and Faculties with limited places may have an earlier application deadline or commencement date. Find out more .

Ready to start your application?

For most international students, applications are submitted via our  Apply Online  service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.

Some high-demand programs with limited places, may have an earlier application deadline or may have an earlier commencement date. For more information visit our  international applicant information page .

Commonwealth Supported Places

All places within this degree are Commonwealth supported. This means that if you receive an offer from UNSW Sydney as a domestic student, you will have a substantial proportion of your fees subsidised by the Australian government. Start your application today with our guide on how to apply .

*The indicative Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) fees are an estimate based on the relevant student contribution band/s for a Commonwealth Supported Place undertaking a standard full-time load of 48 units of credit per year (1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load/1 EFTSL). To find out more about Commonwealth Supported Places visit Postgraduate Commonwealth Support.

Indicative fees are a guide only and have been calculated based on the typical enrolment patterns of students undertaking the degree/program. The indicative fee listed here is an estimate for tuition only and excludes non-tuition fees and charges. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year of enrolment, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (48 units of credit (UOC) per year).

You should not rely on indicative fees as fee increases are assessed when required and may exceed the indicative figures listed here. Actual fees are calculated on enrolment. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website .

*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).

Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website .

Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.

Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit UNSW International .

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Ma in literary translation studies dissertation.

All students doing the MA in Literary Translation Studies Studies are required to complete a dissertation of approximately 16,000 words . The MA dissertation offers students the chance to undertake and complete one of two forms of sustained research project: either a) a dissertation of the more conventional variety, where the student undertakes research into an area of translation theory and practice and argues a thesis, supporting it with evidence or b) a literary translation accompanied by an extended piece of critical writing (a translation commentary).

The dissertation represents a substantial piece of work, and you should be aware of the fact that it will require significant input from you throughout the year. You should start thinking about the general area in which you would like to do your research from the beginning of the academic year and discuss it with the MALTS Convenor (and, where appropriate, with other members of staff) as soon as possible, since you will be expected to submit a dissertation proposal to the MALTS Convenor ([email protected]) by the end of Week 9 in Term 1. Students who opt to do a dissertation in the form of a literary translation accompanied by an extended commentary should begin to identify an appropriate source text or texts at an early stage. Depending on the language from which you work, source texts may be difficult to access; for this reason, you should plan ahead to allow time for delivery/access.

If the student opts for b) then the translation should be a minimum of 5000 and a maximum of 6000 words (which is approximately one-third of the total length of the dissertation), with the commentary constituting the bulk of the dissertation length at a minimum of 10,000 and a maximum of 11,000 words. Students who wish to translate poetry may agree a different weighting of translation and commentary with their supervisor(s). The translation should be into a language that can be read by the dissertation supervisor(s). This will normally mean that the translation will be into English. The student should include a copy of the source text as an appendix to the completed translation with commentary, clearly marking the appendix as such. Please note that the source text does not count towards the length of the dissertation.

There will be a compulsory workshop on the translation with commentary in Term 1. Please note that the commentary, for the purposes of the MALTS dissertation, is not a series of notes or annotations to a text, nor a chronological narrative of translating a text, rather it should do the following: contain an argument or a set of arguments that are illustrated by the translation; demonstrate the theoretically informed reflection that lies behind the creation of a translation product; address relevant issues of translation theory and practice. The link between the translation and the commentary, i.e. how far the translation bears out what is said in the commentary, will be central to the success of this piece of work. You should therefore select your source text or texts with a particular research focus in mind, rather than selecting a source text at random.

The document ' How to write a translation commentary ’ sets out the expectations for this type of dissertation.

Writing the dissertation proposal (Term 1)

Only projects deemed viable will be allowed to proceed, so it is important to get the proposal right. To be accepted, a proposal should • be intellectually viable; • be achievable within the stipulated time and word limit; • be feasible given the resources; • fall within the areas of expertise of members of academic staff.

See an example of a successful proposal for dissertation type a) and b). Proposals should be between 300 and 500 words in length and include an initial bibliography.

In addition, it is important that the content of your dissertation does not have a significant overlap with any of the essays you submit for your option modules.

To help you write a strong proposal, the English Department will be offering a series of workshops in the Autumn Term, and you will be expected to attend these. Time and place will be confirmed at the start of the academic year.

As you begin work on your proposal during Term 1, you will need to speak to members of academic staff with an interest in the area you wish to work in. All members of staff keep regular office hours during the term, and you should speak to several of them. It is your responsibility to seek them out. Use your contact with them to present and discuss your ideas. Listen to their advice and suggestions, read the books or articles they may point you to, and incorporate what is appropriate into your proposal. As you discuss your project, you will quickly pick up which aspects are worth pursuing and which are not. This is part of the research process. If you would like advice on whom to approach, speak to the MALTS Convenor. Remember when you submit your proposal to mention the names of staff with whom you have spoken.

You will be required to submit your proposal to the MALTS Convenor by the end of Week 9 in Term 1 , shortly before the winter holiday therefore. The MALTS Convenor will consider all applications and assign a supervisor for each successful proposal. You will be notified of decisions by the first week of Term 2. If your proposal has been declined, the MALTS Convenor will meet with you and explain the reasons for the decision, and provide advice and support on reworking the proposal into an acceptable one. It is expected that most proposals submitted by students who have attended all the workshops will be accepted.

Writing the dissertation progress report (Term 2)

Students must begin work on their dissertation research in Term 2. It can take time to work out exactly how to focus your project and decide on what you need to look at and read, so it’s important to start early. In Week 9 of Term 2 you must submit a Progress Report to the MALTS Convenor ([email protected]), copying in the Postgraduate Programmes Officer ([email protected]). The report consists of the following:

• Dissertation Progress Report form • title and chapter breakdown • an abstract of 1000 words • a bibliography.

Progress reports will be reviewed by the MALTS Convenor. If there are concerns about progress, the MALTS Convenor will contact you.

Research, writing and contact with your supervisor (Terms 2 and 3)

You can expect to meet with your supervisor for an initial supervision within the first two weeks of Term 2 and again in Week 8 or 9 shortly before submission of the dissertation progress report. You can also expect to meet with your supervisor three times in Term 3. Supervisions will generally be 45-60 minutes in length, although Term 2 supervisions may well be shorter than this. Your supervisor will read one rough draft of your dissertation, which must be sent by the end of Term 3. You are welcome to contact your supervisor by e-mail. As with all the department's staff, you can usually expect a supervisor to respond within about 3 working days (excluding weekends) if your query is straightforward. For more complex requests, supervisors will need more time to respond and you need to keep in mind that an e-mail exchange is no substitute for a face-to-face meeting. Face-to-face supervision of dissertations concludes at the end of term 3. Over the summer months of July and August, when staff undertake their own research activities, e-mail contact is at the supervisor's discretion and it will very likely take longer for them to respond to any message you send.

Submission (Summer)

The following reminders may be useful:

You must be consistent in the style convention used (preferably either MLA, MHRA, Chicago or Harvard). Note that Harvard is the standard referencing style for scholarly work in Translation Studies.
Footnotes/Endnotes are included in the final word count; the 'Bibliography' is not included in the final word count
An abstract is not required in the final submission
A margin of up to 10% over or under length is allowed, but dissertations that are between 10-24% over-length will incur a penalty of 3 marks
Work that is more than 25% over-length will be refused

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The essentials of a thesis

The thesis should have a title page according to the established template and an abstract of the thesis (max. 1000 characters) and keywords (min. 3).

A paper written in a language other than Polish should additionally include a second title page in Polish, as well as an abstract of the paper and key words.

Prepare your work in 5 steps:

Step 1 - Start the process

Step 2 - submission of work.

Step 3 - Completing the Cir culation

Step 4 - Defense

Step 5 - complete the paperwork after the defense.

The following points should be done after the work is approved by the supervisor.

In order to start the process, you need to:

Print and bind the work - one copy for the entire group;
One CD from each co-author of the work - for the Student's office,
One additional CD - for the library.
download, print and sign the statement on independent writing of the paper (link ) - one copy from each author.
submit a general application to the Dean of the Faculty via podania.pja.edu.pl with a request to be able to approach the defense of the thesis without the diploma exam (only students who are not likely to graduate, and wrote a group thesis). The justification is that the thesis was written in a group.

At this stage, the thesis information entered by the Supervisor should exist in the GAKKO system (gakko.pja.edu.pl ). In this step, the student is required to provide additional information to the Supervisor, who, after verification, completes it in the GAKKO system:

The individual contribution of each author to the various elements of the work (including individual chapters in the documentation of the thesis project);
area completed scientific research (if applicable);
Name of the Reviewer of the work.

The student completes the following information on his own:

granting or not granting permission to post the thesis in the Thesis Repository
original in Polish + 2 copies in Polish or
original in Polish + copy in Polish + copy in English

You can send a set of physical documents listed in Step 1 by mail or make an appointment to deliver them to the Student's Office or the Library (just make an appointment with one department, the documents will be forwarded accordingly):

the library receives a bound thesis and one CD to check the thesis for plagiarism. The Uniform Anti-Plagiarism System guarantees verification of the thesis within a maximum of 7 days from the date of entering the thesis into the system. The result of the verification from the "probability report" (factor No. 2) will be entered in the "Application for admission to the thesis defense", the so-called "circulator" (see Step 3).
Students' Office receives the remaining CDs and statements signed by the authors of the work.

To formally complete Step 2, the Supervisor must accept the verification result from the JSA, entered into the GAKKO system by a library employee.

Completion of Step 2 is tantamount to the submission of the thesis by the deadline set by the Dean of the Faculty in the Order on Diploma Examinations.

Step 3 - Completing the Circulation

A request to create a circulator should be submitted to the Student's office/secretariat - by email (preferred option) or by phone only after all of the following requirements have been met together:

obtaining a discharge or obtaining a positive decision on the application for admission to the defense of the thesis itself (submitted in Step 1).
obtaining acceptance of the plagiarism result by the supervisor in the GAKKO system.

The graduation slip will be made available in the GAKKO system (link ). It is in the student's interest to make sure that the circulator is completed by:

Accounting, (not applicable to non-degree students),
Supervisor and Reviewer (the introduction of the Supervisor's and Reviewer's opinions is equivalent to their "signing" of the circulator),
Students' Office (Only after all other signatures have been obtained).

Obtaining a set of signatures formally completes the process of preparing for defense.

The description of this step does not apply to remote defenses

On the day of the defense, no later than half an hour before the defense - during the Student's office hours:

The chairman/member of the Commission collects a set of documents from the Student's office for the examination committee.
Students go to the designated room and wait to be invited to the exam.

Information about the prepared diploma (and/or a copy in English) will appear on the student's profile, after logging into GAKKO under Students' Office/Course of study/documents (available for graduates of the academic year 2016/2017 and later).

In order to obtain an additional copy (no more than 3 pieces) in English, it is necessary to submit to the application system within 30 days from the date of defense:

The application for translation of the thesis topic must be completed by the Supervisor at the stage of entering the thesis into the GAKKO system. If the topic is incorrect, an appendix signed by the Supervisor regarding the translation of the thesis topic must be added to the application).
Proof of payment of PLN 40 per set.

Due to the introduction of new diploma prints, diploma photos are not required from the 2020/2021 summer semester defenses.

When picking up your diploma, please have your ID card ready for return.

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Postgraduate Diploma in Translation

This qualification is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills as a professional translator, equipping you to work in the fast-growing translation services industry. You will experiment with different genres through practical, inspiring translation activities and hone your practice through peer review. You will gain hands-on experience in using tools necessary to operate in this rapidly evolving area (e.g. audio-visual translation or cloud-based translation tools). Your work will be underpinned by an understanding of translation theories and debates. The languages offered on this qualification are French, German, Italian, Spanish, Modern Standard Arabic, or Mandarin Chinese, in combination with English.

Engage in authentic translation tasks to develop useful employability skills.
Choose to translate using either French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, or Modern Standard Arabic.
Participate in online open translation projects, with a certain degree of freedom to choose what you translate and the opportunity to connect with established translation communities.
Develop your professional skills with a combination of collaborative activities and peer reviews.

The Open University is recognised as a Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL) UK HE registered provider (CIOL) and is a Corporate Member of the Institute of Translation & Interpreting (ITI). We are also institutional members of the Association of Programmes in Translation and Interpreting Studies of the UK and Ireland (APTIS).

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If you’ve successfully completed some relevant postgraduate study elsewhere, you might be able to count it towards this qualification, reducing the number of modules you need to study. You should apply for credit transfer as soon as possible, before you register for your first module. For more details and an application form, visit our Credit Transfer website .

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On successfully completing this course, we’ll award you our Postgraduate Diploma in Translation. You’ll be entitled to use the letters PG Dip Trans (Open) after your name.

You can progress from this Postgraduate Diploma in Translation to our MA in Translation (F79) .

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We regularly review our curriculum; therefore, the qualification described on this page – including its availability, its structure, and available modules – may change over time. If we make changes to this qualification, we’ll update this page as soon as possible. Once you’ve registered or are studying this qualification, where practicable, we’ll inform you in good time of any upcoming changes. If you’d like to know more about the circumstances in which the University might make changes to the curriculum, see our Academic Regulations or contact us . This description was last updated on 19 March 2024.

A UK honours degree (preferably a 2:1 or above) or other recognised equivalent qualification 1
Proficiency in your first language at Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level C2
Proficiency in your second language at CEFR level C1 2

1 If you don’t have an honours degree, talk to an advisor .

2 If your first language is English, and you’ve passed an OU level 3 module in your second language, your language proficiency should be suitable, as the exit level of our OU level 3 language courses is CEFR C1.

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This qualification is designed for 20 hours per week to study part-time. It can be completed in a minimum of 16 months and up to a maximum of four years.

Career relevance

There is an increasing global demand for translators and language specialists, and this qualification will provide you with the knowledge and skills to embark on a career as a translator. This is an immensely rewarding profession for those with an interest in languages and communication and encompasses a wide and growing range of areas, including audio-visual translation, advertising or website localisation, as well as semi-specialised and specialised translation.

If you wish to pursue a career as a translator, be it as an in-house or freelance translator, this postgraduate diploma will equip you with the necessary professional skills and familiarity with the professional tools you will need in this fast-moving field. You will also acquire a raft of highly valued transferable communication and collaborative skills, such as peer reviewing and teamwork, which are useful in a range of occupations in the communications sector.

If you already have a career in the translation field and are seeking a further qualification as a way to develop your career or as a means to update your skills, then this postgraduate diploma could prove invaluable, and you may also consider progressing to the MA in Translation.

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Translation Studies MSc

Awards: MSc

Study modes: Full-time, Part-time

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I really enjoyed my coursework and the professors – I found them extremely knowledgeable and very approachable. Having been away from university for a while, it didn’t take long for me to feel comfortable, thanks to their dedication to our intellectual wellbeing. With a strong community of students and the support of the professors, I absolutely relished the opportunity to devote myself to learning once more. Mark Bradshaw, former teacher and now full-time project manager, translator and subtitler at Screen Language MSc in Translation Studies, 2018

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Programme description

Offering students the opportunity to focus on two languages, in addition to English, the University of Edinburgh is the ideal place to study translation.

Our one-year, full-time taught Masters programme will enhance your practical skills in, and theoretical understanding of, translation as an activity. It can also be completed part-time over two years.

How you will learn

The programme combines:

core courses
optional courses
research training
practical translation
a dissertation

It is taught through a combination of:

student-led presentations
written exercises

What you will gain

Across all our activities, we encourage critical thinking on language use and translation and an understanding of the factors which impact on the discipline. We will introduce you to key concepts in translation theory and show you how to apply them in translation practice.

This will help you sharpen important professional skills, such as:

undertaking research
thinking and writing analytically
understanding texts in different genres and how to translate them
writing commentaries and essays to deadline
developing oral and visual presentation techniques
using a range of resources

The programme will also broaden your understanding of issues relating to translation, such as gender, institutional power relations, colonialism, and religion.

We offer a wide variety of languages, from Arabic to Norwegian, with the opportunity to focus on two of them, in addition to English.

You can browse the full range of languages offered, and find out about language pairs, on our website:

Translation Studies at the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures

A member of the RWS Campus-Trados Academic Partner Program, our MSc draws on the expertise of research-active teaching staff from across the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, as well as experts in Translation Studies and visiting speakers.

You will be part of an international community of students and a friendly, close-knit department with an excellent PhD programme, its own seminar series, and good links with the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (ITI), and with many industry and cultural partners in the city of Edinburgh.

We are an official Higher Education Language Partner of the Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL) and a member of APTIS (Association of Programmes in Translation and Interpreting Studies, UK and Ireland), which aims to improve the quality of translation and interpreting teaching in British and Irish universities. We also partner with IPCITI (The International Postgraduate Conference in Translation and Interpreting).

The University of Edinburgh library holds some two million borrowable volumes and subscribes to the 'Bibliography of Translation Studies'.

Translation and technology

We closely follow the developments in ChatGPT and other forms of generative AI, and how they might influence the teaching of translation. We also look to the language service industry and professional associations to understand how translators use generative AI and what opportunities and challenges these technologies might pose for linguists in the future.

Given the rapid technological development, the focus of our option course Technology and Translation in the Workplace has shifted over the past few years to include the field of machine translation. The Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools we are using, for example, RWS Trados, now not only include translation memory systems, but also incorporate machine translation as a standard component.

We are also exploring browser-based CAT tools where machine translation is a feature, and we examine the impact of these technologies on the workflow and on the role of the translator.

In our teaching, we currently cover ChatGPT, mainly in relation to the ethical and legal issues it poses (for example, data usage or transparency) with a view to incorporating other technologies as and when they become relevant.

Programme structure

Over the duration of the programme, you will take:

two core courses
two practical translation courses
two optional courses

You will choose these from a wide range of subjects. Each course is worth 20 credits.

Core courses

The core courses are:

Translation Studies 1, which introduces you to key concepts in translation theory and focuses on their application to translation practice
Research in Translation Studies, which provides you with research skills specific to the discipline of translation studies and prepares you for your dissertation

The practical translation courses consist of tutor-led class time and workshops with Translation Studies staff per course, as well as an independent, peer-assessed study component. You will be supervised and assessed in practical translation exercises and graduate with a rich portfolio of translations.

Dissertation

The final element of the programme is your dissertation, a piece of independent research - 15,000 words (worth 60 credits) - written with the advice and support of a designated supervisor.

Find out more about compulsory and optional courses

We link to the latest information available. Please note that this may be for a previous academic year and should be considered indicative.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme you will:

develop critical thinking on language use and translation
understand the key concepts of the academic discipline of translation studies
learn to implement the diverse approaches to translation prevalent within translation studies in the form of various translation strategies
broaden and deepen understanding of a variety of issues in relation to translation, such as gender, power relations, and religion
acquire important transferable skills

Career opportunities

Our programme is designed to enhance your industry skills in translation, with practical exercises throughout the year, and a strong emphasis on communication and working to deadline.

We have excellent links with the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (ITI) and are a member of the RWS Campus-Trados Academic Partner Program, providing students with the necessary knowledge, expertise and resources to help prepare for a career in the translation industry.

Completing our MSc will also help you develop and refine your research skills, and theoretical understanding of translation, in ways that will prepare you for further postgraduate study, should you wish to continue your career in an academic environment.

Many of our graduates have gone on to work as freelance and in-house translators, as well as project managers and language teachers. Others work within international companies, and some have continued into doctoral studies.

Meet our graduates - Mark Bradshaw

What's the best type of masters programme for you?

Entry requirements.

These entry requirements are for the 2024/25 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2025/26 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2024.

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a relevant discipline, plus a research interest or professional experience in translation or another relevant field.

Applicants must have native speaker competence in any languages that they apply to work with other than English.

Please consult the offered language pairings available on the programme website:

Translation studies

Students from China

This degree is Band C.

Postgraduate entry requirements for students from China

International qualifications

Check whether your international qualifications meet our general entry requirements:

Entry requirements by country
English language requirements

Regardless of your nationality or country of residence, you must demonstrate a level of English language competency at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies.

English language tests

We accept the following English language qualifications at the grades specified:

IELTS Academic: total 7.0 with at least 6.5 in each component. We do not accept IELTS One Skill Retake to meet our English language requirements.
TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 100 with at least 23 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
C1 Advanced ( CAE ) / C2 Proficiency ( CPE ): total 185 with at least 176 in each component.
Trinity ISE : ISE III with passes in all four components.
PTE Academic: total 70 with at least 62 in each component.

Your English language qualification must be no more than three and a half years old from the start date of the programme you are applying to study, unless you are using IELTS , TOEFL, Trinity ISE or PTE , in which case it must be no more than two years old.

Degrees taught and assessed in English

We also accept an undergraduate or postgraduate degree that has been taught and assessed in English in a majority English speaking country, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration:

UKVI list of majority English speaking countries

We also accept a degree that has been taught and assessed in English from a university on our list of approved universities in non-majority English speaking countries (non-MESC).

Approved universities in non-MESC

If you are not a national of a majority English speaking country, then your degree must be no more than five years old* at the beginning of your programme of study. (*Revised 05 March 2024 to extend degree validity to five years.)

Find out more about our language requirements:

Fees and costs

Scholarships and funding, featured funding.

If you are working with either French or Spanish on this Translation Studies programme, you may be eligible to apply for a Muriel Smith Scholarship. This award covers tuition fees for a maximum of one year.

Find out more about the Muriel Smith Scholarship and other funding opportunities in literatures, languages and cultures

UK government postgraduate loans

If you live in the UK, you may be able to apply for a postgraduate loan from one of the UK’s governments.

The type and amount of financial support you are eligible for will depend on:

your programme
the duration of your studies
your tuition fee status

Programmes studied on a part-time intermittent basis are not eligible.

UK government and other external funding

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Further information

For all admissions enquiries
Phone: +44 (0)131 650 4086
Contact: College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Admissions Office
School of Literatures, Languages & Cultures
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Programme: Translation Studies
School: Literatures, Languages & Cultures
College: Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences

Select your programme and preferred start date to begin your application.

MSc Translation Studies - 1 Year (Full-time)

Msc translation studies - 2 years (part-time), application deadlines.

Due to high demand, the school operates a number of selection deadlines. We will make a small number of offers to the most outstanding candidates on an ongoing basis, but hold the majority of applications until the next published selection deadline when we will offer a proportion of the places available to applicants selected through a competitive process.

Please be aware that applications must be submitted and complete, i.e. all required documents uploaded, by the relevant application deadline in order to be considered in that round. Your application will still be considered if you have not yet met the English language requirement for the programme.

Deadlines for applicants applying to study in 2024/25:

(Revised 19 October 2023 to update application deadlines and selection dates)

How to apply

You must submit one reference with your application.

If you have practical experience in translation, you should provide one academic reference and one professional reference.

The personal statement in the online application process helps us decide whether you are right for the MSc programme you have selected but. Just as importantly, it helps us decide whether the MSc programme is right for you.

To help us with this, please ensure that you download and complete the Personal Statement Pro Forma, which should then be uploaded to your application as an additional supporting document.

Personal Statement Pro Forma

You should indicate the languages you wish to take - a maximum of two - and contact us to check their availability. You will always translate into and out of English. Our programme website details all the languages we currently offer.

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Find out more about the general application process for postgraduate programmes:

Translation Studies MPhil/PhD

London, Bloomsbury

At the UCL Centre for Translation Studies (CenTraS), we enjoy an international reputation for the quality of our research and teaching in a wide range of translation and interpreting-related subjects, as well as translation technology.

UK tuition fees (2024/25)

Overseas tuition fees (2024/25), programme starts, applications accepted.

Entry requirements

A Master’s degree with Merit (ideally Distinction) in translation studies, in a language and culture subject or other relevant field from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Admission is dependent on the submission of a detailed research project proposal and applicants must have the agreement of their potential supervisor before submitting a formal application.

The English language level for this programme is: Level 4

UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level.

Further information can be found on our English language requirements page.

Equivalent qualifications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website .

International applicants can find out the equivalent qualification for their country by selecting from the list below. Please note that the equivalency will correspond to the broad UK degree classification stated on this page (e.g. upper second-class). Where a specific overall percentage is required in the UK qualification, the international equivalency will be higher than that stated below. Please contact Graduate Admissions should you require further advice.

About this degree

Research proposals which engage with theoretical, linguistic and technical aspects of translation and interpreting are welcomed. Examples of current research projects undertaken by PhD students in Translation Studies include the translation of humour in video games, the subtitling of gender stereotypes, translating British and American science fiction, exploring the notion of reflexivity in translation, and translating political speeches.

How to apply:

As a first step, please complete the Online Enquiry Form, which will be considered at our next regular PhD supervisors meeting. PhD places are tightly limited and we are only able to encourage those with outstanding research proposals to move ahead to a formal application to UCL. Please therefore take care to present a fully developed 500-word summary of your project as part of this enquiry. Further information on writing research proposals can be found in the ' Need to Know ' box on our Postgraduate Research page. Please do not apply formally to UCL until you have received a response regarding your initial enquiry.

Who this course is for

This MPhil/PhD is for applicants with a strong interest in conducting multi-disciplinary research, who may have completed post-graduate training or study and want to develop an advanced critical analysis in a specific translation research area. The programme is for applicants with a background or interest in translation theory and history; audio visual translation; literary translation and performance; translation technology; languages and interpreting. It is suitable for both recent Masters graduates as well as early or mid-career professionals.

What this course will give you

Located in the heart of multicultural London, UCL provides a uniquely rich environment for researching translation and interpreting in all its facets. Doctoral students can draw on a broad and diverse range of expertise from the Centre for Translation Studies (CenTraS), the Centre for Multidisciplinary and Intercultural Inquiry (CMII) and the School of European Languages, Culture and Society (SELCS).

Students are supported by a dynamic research culture, a stimulating environment and excellent opportunities for research training. UCL runs numerous seminar series and guest lectures, and researchers have access to state-of-the-art translation technology as well as world-class libraries, including those at UCL itself, the British Library, the School of Advanced Study, and the School of Oriental and African Studies.

The foundation of your career

The programme provides students with a range of professional and academic skills that will enable them to pursue careers in translation, higher education, government agencies, non-governmental organisations, international bodies, and other institutions around the world.

Recent PhD graduates have gone on to pursue postdoctoral study, have obtained lectureships in translation studies at reputable universities in the UK and abroad (Australia, Italy, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan), and have joined companies such as British Telecom, Expedia and Paramount.

Employability

With the research training and experience gained during the PhD, students are excellently placed to pursue a career in the fields of academia and professional translating and interpreting.

Translation PhD students will acquire extensive transferable skills, including the ability to analyse and process vast amounts of data, to teach courses in their field of expertise, to present research to small and large audiences, to network with diverse groups. This ample and highly adaptable skill base gives students an unparalleled edge and employment opportunities.

UCL is extremely well positioned to offer students opportunities for networking and to establish academic and professional contacts. Supervision and mentorship is available from world-leading researchers, with 83% of SELCS-CMII research activity being graded 4* ‘world leading’ and 3* ‘internationally excellent’ in the REF 2021.

PhD students are actively involved in attending and organising seminar series and guest lectures, and have the opportunity to liaise with world-renowned scholars and experts in the field of translation and interpreting. Students have opportunities to engage in numerous projects involving research such as Global Health and Crisis Translation, Audio-visual Translation, as well as translation technology and theory.

Teaching and learning

Research students undertake relevant induction sessions and can take advantage of the Doctoral Skills Development Programme. PhD students meet regularly in term time with their supervisors and may be offered opportunities to gain valuable teaching experience and participate in reading groups and conferences.

To successfully upgrade to a PhD you are required to submit a piece of writing (this is usually based on one chapter from your thesis and a chapter plan for the remainder). You are also required to present and answer questions about this work to a panel consisting of your subsidiary supervisor and another member of the Faculty who acts as an independent assessor.

PhD students should treat their research programme as a full-time job, which equates roughly to 35 hours per week, or 15 hours for Part-time students. Students agree to a timetable of regular meetings with the Principal Supervisor to effectively manage the progression of project aims. This is flexible, at some points it may be necessary to meet more or less often.

Full-time students can expect to meet supervisors every two weeks during the academic year, and part-time students every four weeks. If a student has external funding, they should also ensure they meet the Terms & Conditions of the funder.

Research areas and structure

UCL offers expertise in translation technology, audiovisual translation, localisation, literary and theatre translation, history of translation, translator and interpreting training, technical and scientific translation, translation and accessibility to the media, translation theory.

Research environment

Research students are encouraged to participate in research seminars and networks across and outside SELCS-CMII. Students contribute significantly to the research environment through the organisation of annual conferences, and participation in seminars and online journals.

Our Transcluster, a suite of 60 IT stations, is equipped with cutting-edge eye-tracking equipment and programmes, developed specifically for CenTraS staff and research students. Students can access special collections at UCL and other world-class libraries (Senate House and British Library) within walking distance of campus. As well as access to research support in the form of academic skills courses, student-led workshops and reading groups.

The length of registration for the research degree programmes is usually three years for full-time and five years for part-time. You are required to register initially for the MPhil degree with the expectation of transfer to PhD after successful completion of an upgrade viva 9-18 months after initial registration.

Upon successful completion of your approved period of registration you may register as a completing research student (CRS) while you write up your thesis

In the first year, you will be required to take part in a mandatory Skills Seminar Programme. You are expected to agree with your supervisor the basic structure of your research project, an appropriate research method and a realistic plan of work. You will produce and submit a detailed outline of your proposed research to your supervisor for their comments and feedback and be given the opportunity to present your research to UCL academic staff and fellow PhD students

In the second year, you will be expected to upgrade from MPhil to a PhD. To successfully upgrade to a PhD you are required to submit a piece of writing (this is usually based on one chapter from your thesis and a chapter plan for the remainder). You are also required to present and answer questions about this work to a panel consisting of your subsidiary supervisor and another member of the Faculty who acts as an independent assessor.

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Details of the accessibility of UCL buildings can be obtained from AccessAble accessable.co.uk . Further information can also be obtained from the UCL Student Support and Wellbeing team .

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Additional costs may include expenses such as books, stationery, printing or photocopying, and conference registration fees.

The department strives to keep additional costs low. Books and journal articles are usually available via the UCL library (hard copies or via e-journal subscriptions).

The wealth of departmental seminars / colloquiums / symposiums and student organised work in progress sessions give ample opportunities to present research, receive feedback and participate in discussion.

For more information on additional costs for prospective students please go to our estimated cost of essential expenditure at Accommodation and living costs .

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For more details about departmental funding available to postgraduate research students in the department, please refer to our Funding, Scholarships and Prizes (Research) webpage .

For a comprehensive list of the funding opportunities available at UCL, including funding relevant to your nationality, please visit the Scholarships and Funding website .

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Quoting and Translating Languages Other than English in PhD Theses

Posted by Rene Tetzner | Nov 11, 2021 | PhD Success | 0 |

8.4 Quoting and Translating Languages Other than English

Many doctoral candidates will need to quote material from languages other than modern English in their theses, so some advice on quoting and translating such material may prove useful. Generally speaking, the rules, principles and practices used when quoting passages in English should be applied when quoting foreign languages as well, so all that I have said about quotations in the earlier sections of this chapter applies here as well. There may, however, be special characters, diacritics and particular conventions to follow for certain languages: for more information on the use of foreign languages in English texts, see Butcher et al. (2006, Section 6.6 and Appendices 5, 7, 9 and 10), the Chicago Manual of Style (2003, Chapter 10) and Ritter (2005, Chapter 12), all of which contain lists of the alphabets and special characters used in particular languages. The assumption behind quoting material in languages other than English is that the quotations will be understood by the intended audience, which means that those readers will need to be fluent or specialists in the language quoted and/or the topic discussed: in a literary study of a German author, for instance, it can usually be assumed that interested readers will understand the original language, and in a thesis aimed at classicists, it is most likely that passages in Greek and Latin will be accessible to those readers. You should therefore have a good idea of who your intended readers are and what languages they are likely to read; if you think English translations will help your readers understand the quotations you use and thus your argument and thesis as a whole, it is wise to provide such translations.

In many cases, providing an English translation of a passage originally in a foreign language is more appropriate than quoting the original language. You should, however, inform readers that they are reading a translation, which is usually done by quoting from a reliable published English translation and providing an appropriate reference. As a general rule, only if an available translation is unsuitable for your purposes should the passages you wish to quote be newly translated. If you do use your own translations in your thesis, you should include some indication that the translation is your own. This can be achieved most easily immediately after a translated quotation by adding in parentheses along with the reference or in a note ‘my translation’ or ‘translation mine.’ If you have yourself translated all of the quotations from non-English texts (or from any one non-English text) that you use in your thesis, an explanation in conjunction with the first instance (whether with the parenthetical reference or in a note) can explain the situation: ‘All translations of passages quoted from foreign languages are my own’ would work or perhaps ‘Unless otherwise noted, all translations from Les Misérables are my own.’ Remember that while previously published English translations and your own new English translations of foreign texts are acceptable for quotation in scholarly writing, retranslations are not: for example, if a book was originally published in English, but you have used it in a German translation, any quotations from that book should nonetheless be taken from the original English, not translated back into English from the German translation (the German translation might be included along with the original source in your reference list, however).

If language is a focus in your thesis or quotations are discussed in detail, you may want to provide both the original language and a translation of any quotations. There are various different ways of supplying this combination: the foreign language or the translation might precede the other; the original might be provided in full with only partial translations or the translation might be complete with only occasional words from the original; the original and the translation might both be embedded or set as block quotations, or one might appear in the text in one of these forms while the other is relegated to a note; translations of poetry might take the form of verse or prose, and for quotations from Middle or Old English texts, a more modern version of difficult words might be provided as glosses. The following are common formats and practices for providing foreign-language and translated quotations:

Original and translation of an entire quotation: whether the original language or the translated version is provided first in the text, the other should normally follow and be enclosed in either parentheses or square brackets. University or department guidelines will rarely indicate a preference for square brackets or parentheses in such situations, but style guides seem to recommend parentheses more often than square brackets, as in the following example: In Watts (1912, p.462) the line reads ‘Dicebam haec, et flebam, amarissima contritione cordis mei (I was saying these things and weeping in the bitterest contrition of my heart).’ When square brackets are used, they tend to be used more often in displayed quotations, while parentheses are the usual choice for the second version in embedded quotations. Occasionally, a slash with spaces on both sides is used between the original and translated versions of a quotation, in which case no brackets are necessary – ‘Dicebam haec, et flebam, amarissima contritione cordis mei / I was saying these things and weeping in the bitterest contrition of my heart’ – but this is rare compared with the use of brackets and parentheses. If the second version in a block quotation is the original language, it can be set in italics instead of brackets, and while this may be acceptable for distinguishing the original language in such situations, quotations in any language should not usually be set in italic font. If the second version of a quotation (either in the original language or a translation) is presented in a note instead of in the main text, no brackets are used in the note; instead, the passage in the note should be placed in quotation marks.

Original, translation and reference: if a second version of a quotation, whether it is the original or a translation, is needed as well as a parenthetical reference, there are four possibilities. The second version of the quotation can be provided in square brackets and the reference in parentheses; both can be provided in the same set of parentheses with a semicolon separating the two; each can be provided in a separate set of parentheses with the closing parenthesis of the first backing onto the opening one of the second; or either the second version or the reference can be provided in a note instead. The first and last of these methods are probably the best in terms of both clarity and style, with the first taking this form: ‘Dicebam haec, et flebam, amarissima contritione cordis mei [I was saying these things and weeping in the bitterest contrition of my heart]’ (Watts, 1912, p.462).
Entire original or translation with partial translation or original: when either the original language or the translation of an entire quotation is provided along with only certain words of the translation or the original, parentheses or square brackets are used inside the main quotation to enclose the words provided from the other version. This method is also the preferred method for providing modern equivalents of Old and Middle English words. The added words often appear in italic font, especially if they represent the foreign language, in which case italics allow you to use the nominative form of a word from an inflected language (see Section 6.2.2 above), but roman font and/or quotation marks can be used instead, particularly for translated words. Parentheses seem to be the most common choice for such interpolated words, whether they are in the original language or translations – ‘I was saying these things ( haec ) and weeping in the bitterest contrition of my heart ( cor )’ – and parentheses in such situations have the advantage of distinguishing the foreign or translated words from other interpolations or comments that you may need to add in square brackets. Though used less frequently than parentheses for adding original or translated words, square brackets are nonetheless appropriate for this purpose because the words from the second version are interpolated into the quotation, and such brackets are especially appropriate if you wish to offer any comments along with the words from the second version. If, however, either parentheses or square brackets are used for other purposes in the quoted passage (parentheses for parenthetical information provided by the original author, for example, or square brackets for variant readings that you include), it will be clearest not to use that type of bracket for words from the original text or a translation as well.
Quotation marks: when quoting and translating foreign languages in the form of block quotations in the main text of a thesis, no quotation marks are necessary around either the original or the translation. If, however, original and translated versions are embedded in your text or presented in a note, quotation marks should be placed around both. Often the quotation marks enclose the whole structure, with the opening quotation mark placed at the beginning of the first version quoted and the closing quotation mark placed after the closing parenthesis or bracket surrounding the second version, as in this example: In Watts (1912, p.462) the line reads ‘Dicebam haec, et flebam, amarissima contritione cordis mei (I was saying these things and weeping in the bitterest contrition of my heart).’ This is certainly the format that should be adopted if square brackets are used to enclose the second version, and it is also the best approach when partial translations or occasional original words are interpolated (either in parentheses or square brackets) in an embedded quotation (see my example using the same Latin passage in the preceding bulleted paragraph). When, however, an original version or translation follows the other and is enclosed in parentheses, two sets of quotation marks are sometimes used, with the first surrounding the first version and the second appearing within the parentheses and enclosing the second version: ‘Dicebam haec, et flebam, amarissima contritione cordis mei’ (‘I was saying these things and weeping in the bitterest contrition of my heart’).

Although it may be appropriate in a single thesis to use one format for quoting a foreign language in one situation and a different one in another, or to provide more of the original or more of the translation in one case than in another in order to communicate whatever might be necessary to enable readers to understand the quotations you use, consistency of style and practice should be observed as much as possible throughout a thesis. The consistent use of brackets (parentheses or square) for the same purposes in all quotations presented in a thesis is particularly important for ensuring that the source is accurately represented and the reader is able to determine what is intended in each case, so their use needs to be carefully planned to accommodate all the situations presented by the quoted passages, and any remaining anomalies should be clearly explained. Finally, your own translations of any quotations should represent the original as faithfully as possible, achieve a scholarly standard of correct English (with allowances for informal speech or writing if that is what you happen to be quoting) and present the material in the way that best serves your particular purposes and supports or advances your overall argument.

PRS Tip: If your thesis contains your own translations of quotations (or even a selection of words or phrases) borrowed from a language other than English and you are planning to engage the services of a professional proofreader, it is always a good idea to let the proofreader know that the translations are your own. An acknowledgement of the kind I have recommended above indicating that the translations are your own will communicate this fact to your proofreader as it does to other readers, but you may want to make your translating activities more explicit in any instructions you provide for your proofreader so that he or she feels free to check and correct if necessary the English of your translations. This is especially important if your first language is not English, because it is often difficult to express in a language with which you are less familiar the subtleties or profundity of the quotations that you have deemed worthy of use. If you also quote a passage in its original language, your proofreader may be able to judge how accurately you have conveyed the original author’s meaning (many of the proofreaders used by PRS, for instance, read and work in other languages as well as English), but even if the original is not available to your proofreader, he or she will be able to determine whether your translation is clear and grammatically correct, and also whether it expresses what other aspects of your text suggest the quotation should express. You can then compare your proofreader’s suggestions with the original text and make whatever adjustments might be necessary. Dealing with translated material is only one among many reasons to treat yourself to the proofreading services offered by PRS, which are quick, affordable and completely confidential. The PRS drop box at https://www.hightail.com/u/CEDS offers a safe and efficient way to submit your writing for proofreading, and the PRS team is more than happy to answer questions and provide any help you may need 24 hours a day from Monday to Friday. Please visit the PRS web site at http://www.proof-reading-service.com for further information.

Why PhD Success?

To Graduate Successfully

This article is part of a book called "PhD Success" which focuses on the writing process of a phd thesis, with its aim being to provide sound practices and principles for reporting and formatting in text the methods, results and discussion of even the most innovative and unique research in ways that are clear, correct, professional and persuasive.

The assumption of the book is that the doctoral candidate reading it is both eager to write and more than capable of doing so, but nonetheless requires information and guidance on exactly what he or she should be writing and how best to approach the task. The basic components of a doctoral thesis are outlined and described, as are the elements of complete and accurate scholarly references, and detailed descriptions of writing practices are clarified through the use of numerous examples.

The basic components of a doctoral thesis are outlined and described, as are the elements of complete and accurate scholarly references, and detailed descriptions of writing practices are clarified through the use of numerous examples. PhD Success provides guidance for students familiar with English and the procedures of English universities, but it also acknowledges that many theses in the English language are now written by candidates whose first language is not English, so it carefully explains the scholarly styles, conventions and standards expected of a successful doctoral thesis in the English language.

Individual chapters of this book address reflective and critical writing early in the thesis process; working successfully with thesis supervisors and benefiting from commentary and criticism; drafting and revising effective thesis chapters and developing an academic or scientific argument; writing and formatting a thesis in clear and correct scholarly English; citing, quoting and documenting sources thoroughly and accurately; and preparing for and excelling in thesis meetings and examinations.

Completing a doctoral thesis successfully requires long and penetrating thought, intellectual rigour and creativity, original research and sound methods (whether established or innovative), precision in recording detail and a wide-ranging thoroughness, as much perseverance and mental toughness as insight and brilliance, and, no matter how many helpful writing guides are consulted, a great deal of hard work over a significant period of time. Writing a thesis can be an enjoyable as well as a challenging experience, however, and even if it is not always so, the personal and professional rewards of achieving such an enormous goal are considerable, as all doctoral candidates no doubt realise, and will last a great deal longer than any problems that may be encountered during the process.

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How to Translate Academic Documents such as Diploma, Degree and Transcripts – Complete Guide

November 14, 2022

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An academic documents translation service converts an individual’s official school records from the original to English or a second language. This type of translation entails a literal word-for-word transcription of the documents or records related to academics.

When international students enroll in a school, college, or university, they must submit copies of their academic translation credits. Original documents in a language other than English need translation by a certified professional .

Aside from academic records, you might also need an academic translation for documents like diplomas or degrees. Anytime you need to verify your academic credentials, you’ll likely need professional academic document translation services like those from Languex .

Let’s take a closer look at what goes into translating academic documents and how you can get the right services for your needs.

Key Takeaways:

Academic document translation services are essential for anyone who needs to convert their official school records, diplomas, or foreign degrees into English or another language.
The translation process involves assigning a qualified translator, performing a verbatim translation, proofreading, editing, and quality control to ensure accuracy and satisfaction.
Certified translations are often required by official institutions, as they come with an official signed certificate verifying the translation’s accuracy and the translator’s qualifications.
Languex offers certified academic translations, a quality control process, quick turnaround, and affordable pricing to meet the needs of individuals and institutions alike.

What is a foreign degree? a. When do you need your foreign degree translated?
What is an academic document translation? a. What is the academic translation process?
Common types of academic translations a. How to translate an academic transcript b. How to translate a high school diploma c. How to translate a diploma or degree d. How to get foreign degree translated?
Why do individuals need an academic translation service?
Why do institutions need an academic translation service?
What are the differences between academic translations for individuals and institutions?
Differences between degree translation and accreditation
Special requirements for degree translation
Why do I need to certify my academic translations ?
What to consider when hiring an academic translation services company
Steps needed for an academic translation
Why individuals and companies choose Languex
Frequently Asked Questions about academic document translations
Final thoughts

What is an Academic Document Translation?

An academic document translation can involve just about any sort of academic materials, whether they be an academic certificate translation, a translation of report cards, official transcripts, diplomas, degrees, or something else entirely.

A word-for-word translation of these documents may be needed to help you prove that you’ve received the education you say you have.

Certified translation services like Languex can deliver translated academic materials quickly and reliably so that students and professionals can get the documents they need to pursue their goals.

What is the academic translation process?

Once Languex has received a fully legible digital copy of your academic transcript or another academic record, we assign the most qualified translator for the job to your project.

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Once assigned to the job, the translator completes a verbatim translation of the original document. They will not omit or provide additional details, and every word and number is translated precisely. Once the academic translation is complete, a proofreader, editor, and manager check for quality and accuracy.

Next, you will have the chance to review the document for any errors. We’re confident that the outcome will be error-free, but we’ll offer free revisions as needed until you’re 100% satisfied with your translated document.

Common Types of Academic Documents

Essentially any kind of document that’s used in an academic setting can fall under the umbrella of academic translations, including things like:

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What is a foreign degree translation?

A foreign degree is any official degree that verifies a person’s academic credentials Degrees are usually awarded to those who have completed some sort of post-secondary education, like attending a university.

Foreign degree translation is important for individuals seeking international education or career opportunities.

Translating degrees requires certified translation expertise and an understanding of educational systems and degree structures in both source and target countries. Challenges include addressing differences in degree types, levels and accurately converting credits, course hours, or other evaluation metrics to enable fair assessment of qualifications.

A skilled translator will navigate these nuances and create a visually consistent translation, maintaining the original degree’s structure and layout for easy review and understanding by recipients.

How to translate your foreign degree?

If you’re moving to a new country, applying to a school or university abroad, or applying for a job in another country, you’ll probably need a translated degree or translated academic records.

Most official institutions require an accurate translation of materials like these to confirm that a person is qualified to enter the job or program they’re applying to.

If you need a foreign degree translation, or if you want to learn more, you can get started by visiting our Academic Transcript Translation Services page and place an order through our secure online platform

How to translate an academic transcript

Academic transcript translation is crucial for students and professionals aiming to study or work abroad. As a specialized academic translator, I ensure accurate translations that properly recognize your accomplishments.

Transcripts contain course titles, credit hours, grades, personal details, and institutional information. Translating these requires linguistic proficiency and understanding of the academic systems and grading scales in both source and target countries.

Challenges in transcript translation include subject-specific terminology and accurate grading scale representation. A skilled academic translator will convey course content and maintain the transcript’s integrity while reflecting correct grade equivalents for accurate assessment.

Formatting and presentation are vital, with translated documents needing to be clear, well-structured, and visually similar to the original transcript for easy review and comprehension

Whether for college transcript translation services or any other type of transcript, turn to expert professionals like the Languex team for help.

You’ll need a translation that incorporates all the details, formatting, and content of your original transcript so that you don’t run into any issues later on.

If you need a certified transcript translation, or if you want to learn more, you can get started by visiting our Academic Transcript Translation Services page and place an order through our secure online platform

How to translate a diploma

As a professional translator specializing in academic translation, I understand the importance of accurate and reliable diploma translation . Diplomas hold immense value, representing the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and academic success. When pursuing opportunities abroad or in a different linguistic environment, having an accurately translated diploma can be the key to opening doors and unlocking your full potential.

Diploma translation requires precision, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the educational systems and terminologies in both the source and target languages. A qualified translator with expertise in academic translation will ensure that your diploma is translated in a way that accurately reflects your achievements and maintains the integrity of the original document.

One common challenge in diploma translation is the potential variation in educational systems and degree structures between countries. A skilled translator will be aware of these nuances and ensure that your diploma translation accurately conveys the level of your degree and the specific qualifications you have earned.

Additionally, formatting plays a crucial role in diploma translation. This includes the translation of signatures, seals, and other elements that contribute to the diploma’s authenticity. The translated document should resemble the original diploma certificate as closely as possible, maintaining its structure and layout.

For any kind of diploma translation, it’s best to rely on certified diploma translation services like those offered through Languex.

That’s because only certified professionals can produce the kinds of results you’ll likely need: certified or notarized translation that are accurate, 100% complete, and word-for-word.

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Translating Academic Documents for USCIS

Submitting academic documents such as diplomas, degrees, or transcripts to USCIS requires certified translations that meet specific criteria. Translations must be accurate and complete, accompanied by a signed certificate from the translator, attesting to their proficiency in both languages and the translation’s accuracy.

Following these requirements ensures that USCIS can adequately evaluate your qualifications, streamlining your immigration application and enhancing your chances of success. Please visit our USCIS Certified Translation page or learn more or translate your documents according to USCIS requirements.

Why Do Individuals Need an Academic Translation Service?

An academic translation can help individuals apply to jobs and schools as desired without being limited by the language their academic records are written in.

After all, documents need to be translated to be understood and adequately processed by the institution in question; not all schools and employers have access to resources that help them read in any language.

Choosing professional document translation services can help you avoid errors and delays so that you can get the best possible opportunity for enrollment.

Why Do Institutions Need an Academic Translation Service?

Educational institutions may also require academic translation services for things like student or parent handbooks, school rules and policy manuals, academic papers, journals, and more.

In this case, accurate translations can be necessary to make key information accessible to all students and employees. Otherwise, inconsistencies in expectations and opportunities might occur.

What Are the Differences Between Academic Translations for Individuals and Institutions?

Put simply, individuals and institutions have different translation needs.

Students often look to translate their diplomas or school records, while institutions may need to have longer, more complex materials like manuals or research papers translated for publication and widespread use.

Differences Between Translation and Accreditation

Translation refers to the process of translating the content of an academic document from one language to another.

Its purpose is to help potential employers or academic institutions understand the content of the foreign academic document.

That’s why it’s important to use professional translation services to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the translated document.

Accreditation , on the other hand, refers to the process of evaluating and validating the quality and standards of an educational institution or program.

This process is carried out by specialized accrediting agencies or organizations that assess various aspects of the institution, such as curriculum, faculty qualifications, resources, and learning outcomes.

You can think of it as a sort of credential evaluation for programs and schools. If the institution or program meets the established criteria, it receives accreditation, which signals to students, employers, and other stakeholders that the education provided meets certain standards.

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Not all degree, diploma or transcript translations are created equal. Different circumstances might warrant different needs and additions to your document translations.

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A notarized academic translation might be needed if you’re applying to an upper education program or for money for a research grant.

An official translation may be the best move for applying to a foreign university or a scholarship program overseas.

What you need will depend on what you’re using your translated records for.

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To learn more about special circumstances like these, check out our guide: What Are The Differences Between Standard vs Certified Translation

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High schools, universities, courts, immigration services, and other government agencies require a certified translation of all school documents and records.

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You’ll need to trust the right professionals to get the best possible results from academic document translation services.

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Thesis Translation: Why? How? When?

Why thesis editing and translation is something you need to think about now.

If you are a graduate student or a postdoctoral fellow at a university outside of the English-speaking world, chances are that you have spent some time thinking about when and whether to translate your research into English. In the humanities and the sciences alike, English is the dominant language of academic scholarship, and few would doubt that there are enormous advantages to producing journal articles and books in English. What younger scholars-in-training increasingly realize is that they also have good reasons to consider taking their first scholarly steps in English, even before their first academic article is published. Indeed, with wise use of thesis translation or thesis editing services, graduate students can get a head start in some very important ways.

Why produce a thesis in English?

Unlike a book or a journal article, a thesis or dissertation only officially needs to be accepted by your university department or your committee. This prevents some graduate students from ‘thinking big’ about the reach of their thesis or dissertation. Many universities outside of the English-speaking world offer the option of submitting a thesis in English, yet some graduate students don’t consider the option seriously. Here are a few reasons why it is worth doing so:

Wider audience for your thesis itself: While a thesis is not officially a ‘publication’ in the way a book or journal article are, in the 21st century your thesis will be as widely accessible to scholars globally as many academic journals, through ProQuest and other electronic repositories. Scholars looking for the latest research in your field will be much more likely to find – and use – your work if it is available to them online in a language that they can read.
Future applications: If you are writing an M.A. thesis, chances are that you are thinking about applying to doctoral programs. If you are finishing a doctoral dissertation, you might be thinking about post-doctoral fellowships. Whatever your next step, the application process is likely to require submission of a writing sample. If your best research is already in English, you will be able to use it as part of your application for most programs worldwide.
Future publication: Of course, most young scholars aspire to eventually publish their research in book or article form. If your thesis is in English, you will have a much wider range of publishers and journals to choose from. And once you are published, your work will be accessible to a wider range of readers.

Thesis translation: How and When?

Convinced? If so, the next question is when and how to go about translating articles into English. There are three main options:

Thesis Editing: write it in English, then get it edited . If you have good English, you might decide to write your thesis or dissertation in English from the outset. If your supervisor and department give their blessing, this option might be the most efficient. Once your work is completed, you can employ thesis editing services to ensure it has the highest level of polish and clarity.
Thesis translation before submission . Perhaps you are most comfortable writing in your mother tongue, but still want the advantages of a thesis in English. If so, you can employ thesis translation services as you go along – perhaps on a chapter-by-chapter basis. If your university gives permission, you may be able to submit the English translation as the official version of your thesis.
Translation after acceptance . Even if your thesis needs to be submitted to your university in another language, it is never too late to produce an English version. When translating an already-accepted thesis into English, you might choose to think about it already as a book manuscript draft (or drafts of a series of articles). In fact, you might even want to edit and alter the original version before sending it for translation, in order to tailor it to your desired publishing house or journals.

In short: A scholarly output in English can be of great benefit, even at the earliest stages of an academic career. And there are many ways to make it happen!

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The Graduate Secondary Field in Translation Studies (GSFTS) offers graduate students the opportunity to undertake sustained study of the theory and practice of translation, broadly understood across languages, media, and the arts. The secondary field in translation studies has a triple rationale: intellectual, multidisciplinary, and practical. By examining a range of linguistic encounters and cultural exchanges, students pursuing the secondary field have the opportunity to root their translation work within their knowledge of at least two languages while expanding their engagement with the craft of translation. As they move through the curriculum, graduate students do more than simply examine how meaning is transferred from one language to another; they acquire the knowledge necessary to intervene in current scholarly debates in the growing field of translation studies, as well as the ability to teach translation to undergraduate and graduate students. While deepening their expertise in at least two languages, students enroll in a range of courses offered across departments that consider theoretical issues raised by and through the process of translation and will then complete a capstone project, supervised by a faculty advisor.

The secondary field provides enrolled students with opportunities for professional development, training in translation pedagogy, and an additional credential in today’s extremely competitive academic job market. It complements students’ main PhD programs while providing the competitive edge that they need to distinguish themselves as outstanding candidates for jobs at research universities and liberal arts colleges in North America, Europe, Asia, and elsewhere. Faculty with expertise in one or two national languages and literatures are often now expected to teach broad-ranging comparative courses in and on translation. Even a cursory look at this year’s MLA Job List shows that more and more advertisements for junior searches make explicit the desirability for practical and theoretical knowledge of translation studies as proof of interdisciplinarity and crossover intellectual capacity for a prospective faculty member.

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A student may apply for the secondary field in translation studies at any point in their academic progression. Students from any PhD program in the FAS may apply; students may pursue only one secondary field. Students in the comparative literature PhD program interested in the translation studies secondary field must ensure that no courses taken for the field are double counted toward the PhD; that is, any courses counted toward the secondary field, including Translation Studies 280, may not be used also to meet requirements for the doctoral program.

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The Graduate Secondary Field in Translation Studies involves the following requirements:

Translation Studies 280: Proseminar in Translation Studies : The Proseminar will be a team-taught course that combines the study of translation theory with translation practice and will emphasize the development of projects that have the potential to become capstone projects.

Two graduate-level seminars in translation studies , including, for example, Translation Studies 260: Literary Translation Workshop, which, with recurring support from the FAS Elson Arts Fund, pairs professional translators and source language experts with students as they workshop their manuscripts-in-progress. With approval of the student’s advisor and the Translation Studies Executive Committee, a summer internship in publishing, literary translation, or design may take the place of one of these two seminars.

A capstone project which features a substantive translation, of variable length (dependent upon the difficulty of the languages involved), potentially publishable in a scholarly journal or as a short book. The capstone project will be accompanied by a critical essay of 4,000–7,000 words, or, if approved by the student’s advisor and the Executive Committee, a digital humanities project or public exhibition. As they complete the capstone project, graduate students will enroll in a semester-long 300-level Translation Studies reading course with their faculty advisor. The project will be supervised by the student’s translation studies advisor and evaluated by two appropriate readers from the Harvard faculty who, together with the advisor, will be responsible for assessing the completed project.

The Executive Committee of GSFTS will appoint from among itself or, in the case of a language that is not represented on the Committee, from among the experts on the Harvard faculty, an appropriate advisor for each student in the secondary field, who will offer tailored guidance throughout the curriculum and on the capstone project.

The co-chairs of the Executive Committee that governs the Graduate Secondary Field in Translation Studies for 2023–2024 are Professors Sandra Naddaff and Jeffrey Schnapp. The members of the Executive Committee for 2023–2024 are: Luke Leafgren, Sandra Naddaff, Luis Girón-Negrón, John Mugane, Stephanie Sandler, Jeffrey Schnapp, Karen Thornber, and Tom Wisniewski (fall).

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You may require a translation of your master’s thesis , often called a master’s dissertation, for numerous reasons. Applications for doctorate / PhD programs in a foreign university may require you to provide a translation of your master’s thesis / dissertation. With an increasing number of collaborative research projects, you may require a translation of your master’s thesis to share with your research partners. A translation of your master’s thesis might be required for it to be published in a book or journal. Moreover, for your research to be accessible to a wider audience, a translation of your master’s thesis / dissertation into a more frequently used language, such as English, might be beneficial. Linguation can provide high-quality translation of your master’s thesis / dissertation whatever the reason.

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The hard work and effort you put into your master’s thesis / dissertation should be recognized. Therefore, you can count on Linguation to ensure that your thesis translation is given the careful consideration it merits and that your final translated thesis is accurate and written in the target language to the highest academic level. For this reason, Linguation will assign a qualified translator with subject expertise in the relevant field of your master’s thesis / dissertation. From our global team of translators, we will allocate a translator able to operate at the required academic level in the necessary academic area and with the ability to adeptly translate the relevant complex topics and concepts.

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Irrelevant of the length of your master’s thesis / dissertation, simply upload your document to Linguation’s safe and secure online system and you will be provided with immediate price information. On confirmation of your order, Linguation will assign a native speaker to the translation of your master’s thesis / dissertation, taking the translator’s qualifications and subject expertise into account. Our translator would be happy to work with a glossary of key terms should you wish to provide one. Let us know prior to the start of the translation and this can be arranged with the translator. Furthermore, for your peace of mind, Linguation’s online service offers a tracking system throughout the translation and quality assurance process.

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The obligatory form of the diploma thesis at each faculty may be specified in an appropriate appendix to the Rules of Study. The appendix may specify additional designations or examples of written papers meeting the requirements of the diploma thesis.

In order to ensure the quality of written theses, an anti-plagiarism procedure has been introduced at the University of Lodz by the University of Lodz Rector’s Regulation (Regulation No.130 of the Rector of the University of Lodz of 14 April 2021 on declaration of self-written thesis and thesis completing postgraduate studies and quality assurance of written work in terms of anti-plagiarism procedure and their archiving at the University of Lodz). This procedure applies to all the theses produced in BA and MA studies as well as uniform master's studies, delivered in the full-time and part-time forms. It can also be applied to the coursework or other work produced in the course.

All diploma theses are stored in the Archive of Diploma Theses (APD), which is part of the USOS system, which gives the diploma thesis supervisor the possibility of verifying the thesis in the anti-plagiarism system at each stage of its presentation by the student).

As of 2019, diploma theses in the University of Lodz Archive of Diploma Theses are verified by the use of the JSA system (Unified Anti-Plagiarism System). The OSA system is an additional anti-plagiarism system that can be used at the university.

Study effects on copyright compliance is included in the curricula of all degree study programmes. They are implemented through a compulsory copyright training, which every student of the University of Lodz takes in the first semester.

A disciplinary procedure is initiated against a student whose thesis is suspected of plagiarism at the request of the dean addressed to the Rector of the University of Lodz.

All diploma theses in the Archive of Diploma Theses are transferred by the staff of the IT Centre at the University of Lodz to the repository of written diploma theses, immediately after passing the diploma examination.

The process of creating a diploma thesis using the Archive of Diploma Theses is contained in the appendix to Regulation No. 130 of the Rector of the University of Lodz of 14 April 2021 on declaration of self-written diploma thesis and thesis completing postgraduate studies and quality assurance of written work in terms of anti-plagiarism procedure and their archiving at the University of Lodz.

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THESIS. The obligatory form of the diploma thesis at each faculty may be specified in an appropriate appendix to the Rules of Study. The appendix may specify additional designations or examples of written papers meeting the requirements of the diploma thesis. In order to ensure the quality of written theses, an anti-plagiarism procedure has ...
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