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Theology: Specialization Bible Translation – (M.A.)
VU University Amsterdam
Faculty of Language, Religion and Philosophy
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| Application Deadline: | 1 June | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,750 - ≈ € 12,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Amsterdam / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 60 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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When you specialize in Bible Translation you are confronted with difficult translation issues. But you also get the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to overcome them.
The specific characteristics of certain languages can give rise to fascinating and unforeseen translation issues. Korean, for instance, has six levels of politeness. What implications does this have when translating a particular Bible story into Korean? Which level of politeness should you use in a given situation? Biblical texts are rich in metaphors. How can we make sure that the meaning of a metaphor is communicated between cultures? When Jesus refers to Herod as a 'fox', how would you treat this in a language where 'fox' is a metaphor for a young man wooing a girl? As a student of Bible Translation, you will combine advanced knowledge of the theory and practice of Bible translation with practical skills. Together they prepare you for a career as a Bible translator, a translation advisor or an academic researcher in the field of the Bible translation. In the course of the programme, you will attend lectures and tutorials, carry out literature surveys, complete projects. You will conclude your studies by writing a Master's thesis.
This programme will end in 2012Contents
Types of teaching (in year 1):
- theory: 0%
- practice: 0%
- self study: 0%
Programme internationalization:
This programme has a workload of 60 ECTS.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Basic admission requirements:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Theology (from a Dutch university or an accredited foreign university)
- A degree in Theology from a college of higher vocational education (an HBO Bachelor's degree)
- We have developed a Pre-Master´s programme (in Dutch) for students who do not hold the degrees mentioned.
Language requirements
Good comprehension skills in English are absolutely necessary for all English taught programmes The minimum English language proficiency requirements for admission to a Master´s programme at VU University Amsterdam are:
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL paper-based test: 580
- TOEFL computer-based test: 237
- TOEFL Internet-based test: 92-93
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
Accreditation
Accredited by: NVAO in: Netherlands
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