Course summary
Why study this course? Specifically designed for professional translators or suitably-qualified graduates, this course will give you knowledge in translation technology and enhance your employability prospects. You’ll learn how to use various translation environment tools (TEnTs), as well as language localisation and subtitling software. You can study this course in the following language combinations: English into French, Italian and Spanish; plus French, Italian and Spanish into English. More about this course Well-trained specialist translators are highly desirable to employers in the translation industry. This Translation Technology Postgraduate Certification will equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to use translation technology software. You’ll also gain practical experience that aims to give you a head-start in the competitive translation market, helping you to stand out from other translators in the field. You’ll use the following software:
- SDL Trados Studio
- SDL MultiTerm
- Wordfast Anywhere
- Crowdin, a localisation management platform
- Memsource, a translation management system
- OOONA, subtitling software
Modules
Example modules include: Translation Tools and the Translator; Website and software Localisation; Subtitling.
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through a variety of methods, including practical tests, written assignments, reports and portfolios.
Entry requirements
You’ll be required to have: a relevant undergraduate degree with a minimum grade of 2:1 in either translation, interpreting, modern languages or a related field; native knowledge of English; near native proficiency in your chosen paired language; if you decide to add an additional language to your chosen language and English, you must also have a good command of this language. If you have extensive industry experience but no formal qualifications, you may still be considered following an interview. If you’re an international applicant, you’ll be required to have an IELTS overall score of 6.5, with no component score less than 6.0. You’ll also need to meet the DfE entry qualification requirements or equivalents.
English language requirements
To study a degree at London Met, you must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. If you require a Student visa you may need to provide the results of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. For more information about English qualifications please see our English language requirements. If you need (or wish) to improve your English before starting your degree, the University offers a Pre-sessional Academic English course to help you build your confidence and reach the level of English you require.
More information about our English language requirements.
https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/international/applying/english-language-requirements/postgraduate/
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £5000 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £5000 | Whole course |
| England | £3400 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £3400 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £3400 | Whole course |
| Wales | £3400 | Whole course |
| EU | £5000 | Whole course |
| International | £5000 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
Please note, in addition to the tuition fee there may be additional costs for things like equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips or professional body fees. Additionally, there may be other activities that are not formally part of your course and not required to complete your course, but which you may find helpful (for example, optional field trips). The costs of these are additional to your tuition fee and the fees set out above and will be notified when the activity is being arranged.
Provider information
London Metropolitan University
Admissions Office
166-220 Holloway Road
City of London
N7 8DB