18Oct
UndergraduateCourse summary
The demand for translators and interpreters who know and understand the latest language technologies is growing rapidly. This is down to a growing number of companies, institutions and people doing business globally, but expecting to use services in their own language, which leads to the latest technological innovations being incorporated into the rapidly evolving language services industry. This specialist degree will provide you with excellent language skills in up to two languages, as well as theoretical, practical, technical and vocational translation and interpreting skills. French, German and Spanish can be studied at the following levels and in the following combinations:
- Two advanced languages: suitable if you have an A-level or equivalent qualification/experience in both languages.
- One advanced language and one beginner’s language: suitable if you have an A-level in a single language, and wish to continue with that same language, while adding a second language to your skillset (Italian and Chinese beginner's modules are also available from the second year of study).
- One advanced language: suitable if you have an A-level or equivalent qualification/experience, and wish to focus exclusively on one language.
Modules
Your first year will include a mixture of compulsory and optional modules, with examples of compulsory modules from recent years including: • Grammar and Meaning in Translation and Interpreting. In your second year and third year you will study a mixture of compulsory and optional modules, from a large range of subject areas. Examples of optional modules in recent years have included: • World Englishes • French Language • German Language • Spanish Language • Hispanic Identities. Your final year will include an optional independent dissertation project.
Assessment method
We offer a variety of assessment methods within our programmes. In addition to traditional examinations and essays, examples of alternative assessment include: • Presentations • Group Work • Oral Examinations Throughout your undergraduate Modern Languages, Translation and Interpreting degree, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing.
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- Q909
- Institution code:
- S93
- Campus name:
- Singleton Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If you are an International Student, please visit our International pages for more information about entry requirements: http://www.swansea.ac.uk/international/students/requirements/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 128 - 112 points
A level - ABB - BBC
Access to HE Diploma - D: 21 credits M: 18 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Our standard entry requirement is ABB-BBC (UCAS tariff points 112-128). A GCSE at minimum grade C (4) in a modern foreign language is preferable but not essential. All offers are made following a review of the application form, predicted/achieved grades and subjects, the reference and personal statement. We will always take a holistic view of all applicants and consider not just their academic merit but also their wider achievements, circumstances, and potential. We also accept a range of advanced level qualifications including: International Baccalaureate 32; Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales - grade equivalent to A-level; Access to Higher Education and Open University qualifications, and Extended Project.
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in each component.
English Language Requirements at Swansea University
https://www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/english-language-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For the latest fee information, please check the individual course page on our website. Our full range of programmes are listed here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/
Further information on tuition fees can be found here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/
Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP
Course contact details
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