Translation

Who is this course for? The programme equips graduates for careers in the translation and localisation industry, as well as international organisations and institutions and is ideally suited to those with a background in languages and linguistics who want to develop their career in this area.

Applicants will be required to have a minimum of a B2.2 level (CEFR) in the main language pair they are registering for. Applicants must have a primary degree in any discipline (2.2 honours or higher at Level 8 – National Qualifications Authority of Ireland). Applicants who do not have a primary degree can apply to be considered through RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning). Applicants whose first language is not English must satisfy University English Language requirements. Applicants are expected to be proficient in using standard office applications (e.g. MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). They must also be proficient in searching the Internet and familiar with using electronic communication tools (including email, chat rooms, and discussion forums). Applicants may be required to attend/participate in interviews to determine their suitability for the programme. WHAT TO INCLUDE WITH YOUR APPLICATION: Qualification transcripts and certificates A copy of your birth certificate or passport A copy of your CV If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice. If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided: English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts AND English language competency certificate