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Theory and Practice of Translation – (M.A.)
School of Oriental and African Studies
Faculty of Languages and Cultures
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| Application Deadline: | June 30 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 5,641 - ≈ € 15,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | London / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of School of Oriental and African Studies
The MA programme in Translation Theory and Practice (Asian and African Languages) combines training of practical translation skills with teaching of translation theories. It is unique in terms of the range of Asian/African language specializations and in collaborative teaching with University College London (SLAIS) and Imperial College. The aim of the programme is to enhance students' methodological and practical skills in translation, preparing them for the professional market as (freelance) translators or other language professionals, while providing an intellectual perspective on the discipline of translation studies, which could be the foundation for further MPhil/PhD research. Students have access to a wealth of resources for the study and practice of translation available in the SOAS Library and nearby institutions such as the University of London Library, the UCL Library, the British Library, as well as the BBC World Service and many others.
Languages
Drawing on the expertise of highly qualified teachers and researchers at SOAS, the programme offers a range of languages to work with, including
- Arabic
- Chinese,
- Japanese
- Korean
- Persian
- Swahili
Contents
The programme may be taken over 12 months full-time, 24 months two-year part time, or 36 months three-year part time. The MA consists of taught courses and a dissertation. The assessment of most of the taught courses includes a written examination paper or papers, taken in June. The dissertation, of 10,000 words, is due by 15 September of the year in which it is taken.
Courses
The MA consists of three taught courses (one full course or two half unit courses from the list of core courses and courses amounting to the equivalent of two full courses from the list of optional courses) and a 10,000- word dissertation on an approved topic.
- Arabic/English/Arabic Translation - 15PLIC001 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Practical Translation: Chinese to English - 15PCHH004 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1
- Practical Translation: English to Chinese - 15PCHH005 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1
- Practical Translation: Japanese into English - 15PJKH003 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1
- Practical Translation: English into Japanese - 15PJKH002 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1
- Practical Translation from and into Korean - 15PJKC002 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Practical Translation from and into Persian - 15PNMC051 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Practical translation from and into Swahili - 15PAFC029 (1 Unit) - Full Year - Not Running 2011/2012
- Translation Theory - 15PLIC005 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- The Qur'an:Language,Style and Translation in English - 15PNMC142 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Language Pedagogy - 15PLIC015 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Introduction to the Study of Language - 15PLIC008 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Modern Chinese Literature in Translation - 15PCHC002 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Modern Chinese Literature (MA) - 15PCHC003 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Modern Documentary Texts - 15PEAC007 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Classical Documentary Texts - 15PEAC006 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Traditional Chinese Literature in Translation - 15PCHC004 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Culture and Society of Japan - 15PANC086 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Survey Of Korean Literature - 15PEAC054 (1 unit Unit)
- Topics in the History and Structure of the Korean Language - 15PEAC060 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Topics in Modern Korean History - 15PEAC059 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Japanese Language Learning and Teaching - 15PEAC024 (1 Unit) - Full Year
- Translation of Journalistic Texts from and into Chinese - 15PLIH035 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1 - Not Running 2011/2012
- Language, Society and Communication (Masters) - 15PLIH004 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1
- Modern Film from Taiwan and the Chinese Diaspora - 15PCHH002 (0.5 Unit) - Term 2
- Modern Chinese Film and Theatre (MA) - 15PCHH001 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1
- Syntactic Structure of Japanese 1 - 15PEAH006 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1
- Topics in the Structure of Chinese (Masters) - 15PLIH009 (0.5 Unit) - Term 2
- Second Language Acquisition in Japanese - 15PJKH004 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1
- Modern Japanese Literature (Masters) - 15PEAH012 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1
- Morphology (Masters) - 15PLIH006 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1 - Not Running 2011/2012
- Issues in Semantics (Masters) - 15PLIH012 (0.5 Unit) - Term 2
- Historical Linguistics (Masters) - 15PLIH020 (0.5 Unit) - Term 2
- Directed Readings in Linguistics/the Structure of Language A - 15PLIH001 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1 - Not Running 2011/2012
- Directed Readings in Linguistics/the Structure of Language B - 15PLIH002 (0.5 Unit) - Term 1 - Not Running 2011/2012
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
Applicants should have a first or good second class honours bachelors degree from a UK university, or equivalent, in a subject appropriate to that of the programme to be followed. As an approximate comparison, an equivalent BA from a US university would have a Grade Point Average of either 3.3 or 3.5 depending on the awarding university. If an applicant does not have a bachelors degree in an appropriate field s/he may be required to complete a qualifying year or a one year diploma before entering the masters programme. Relevant work experience may also be taken into consideration. Individual courses may have specific entry requirements, so you are advised to consult the postgraduate prospectus for further information.
English language requirements
In order to ensure that SOAS students have a sufficient standard of English to study effectively, we require overseas students to submit evidence, during the application process, of their current level of proficiency.
Score for Unconditional Entry
- IELTS: Overall 7+ with at least 7 in all sub scores
- TOEFL: iBT105+ with at least 25 in all sub scores
- Pearson Test of English - Academic: Score of 75 or above with at least 70 in all sub scores
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 7.0 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 105 |
Funding details
Scholarships and BursariesThere are some scholarships and bursaries available for postgraduate students. These are very competitive and early application is advised.
Loans
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