Over the duration of the programme, you’ll take two core courses, two practical translation courses, and two optional courses chosen from a wide range of subjects. Each course is worth 20 credits.

The core courses are in Translation Studies, which introduces some of the major concepts in translation theory and focuses on their application to translation practice, and Research in Translation Studies, which will provide you with research skills specific to the discipline of translation studies and prepare you for your dissertation.

The practical translation courses consist of 10 hours of tutor-led class time and 10 hours of workshops with Translation Studies staff per course, as well as an independent, peer-assessed study component. You’ll be supervised in practical translation exercises and assessed on a portfolio of translations.

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.

http://www.drps.ed.ac.uk/18-19/dpt/ptmsctrans1f.htm