Modern Languages with Translation and Transcultural Studies at University of Warwick - UCAS

University of Warwick

Degree level: Undergraduate

Modern Languages with Translation and Transcultural Studies

Course summary

Our degree in Modern Languages with Translation and Transcultural Studies (BA) allows you to acquire an in-depth knowledge of two or three languages and cultures while exploring translation as a specific form of intercultural communication. Modern Languages is the study of specific languages in combination with an understanding of the contexts in which they are spoken. A Modern Languages degree looks at the very heart of how we relate to one another, focusing on the different nuances and cultural debates that can shape our interactions with other people and societies. In our globalised world, we rely daily on translation between languages and cultures. A degree featuring Translation and Transcultural Studies gives you the opportunity to look critically at the challenges of mediating between languages and in different contexts, exploring how these ideas relate to the specific languages you study. Translation and Transcultural Studies at Warwick is:

  • A founding member of APTIS, the Association of Programmes in Translation and Interpreting Studies in the UK and Ireland.
  • A corporate member of ITI, the Institute of Translation & Interpreting in the UK, so you will have access to professional advice and support, including events, workshops, journals and career bulletins.
  • Higher Education Language Partners of CIOL, the Chartered Institute of Linguists in the UK.
This degree will enable you to gain expertise in at least two languages and a nuanced understanding of the cultural contexts in which they are spoken, alongside translation skills. You will graduate as a highly qualified linguist, with specialist communication, research, critical and technical skills that are highly valued by employers. If you are planning to study 2 languages, choose your Language 1 from French, German, Italian or Spanish. Language 2 is selected from Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian or Spanish. If you are planning to study 3 languages, choose your Languages 1 and 2 from French, German, Italian or Spanish. Language 3 is selected from Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian or Spanish. This course is split 75:25 between modules in your chosen languages and modules in Translation Studies. You will normally spend your second or third year abroad, consolidating and enhancing your learning.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
R9Q9
Institution code:
W20
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

- One of your languages must be post A level (or equivalent) French, German, Italian or Spanish - Your other language(s) can be at any level (dependent on prior qualifications/experience). If you wish to begin two languages at beginner’s level, you are encouraged to discuss this with us before applying. - Mandarin Chinese can be taken at beginner’s, intermediate or post A-Level (or equivalent) level maximum. If you have Chinese at A-Level (or equivalent), please contact [email protected] before applying to check your suitability. Applicants with Chinese language ability above A-Level (or equivalent), including native speakers, would not be able to study this language. - Arabic, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese or Russian can usually only be taken at beginner's or intermediate level. If you have any prior learning or qualifications in the language, please contact [email protected] before applying to check your suitability.


Student Outcomes

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1

Additional fee information

In line with government policy decisions, Home undergraduate tuition fees for the 2024/25 academic year are £9,250. For students who qualify for government-regulated fees (currently students classed as ‘Home’ for fees purposes), the University expects to increase fees in line with any inflationary uplift as determined by the UK Government, if permitted by law or government policy, in the second and subsequent years of your course. International (including EU) fees vary depending on course. Fee levels have not yet been set for 2024/25 but will be published on our website once confirmed: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/finance/studentfinance/fees/overseasfees/ Students commencing with Warwick Business School on a Foundation Year or undertaking a Graduate Entry Medicine degree (MB ChB) should refer to the following webpage for confirmation of their fees, which may differ from the rates listed above: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/finance/studentfinance/fees/ Please refer to the following link for the latest information on tuition fees: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/finance/studentfinance/fees/
Modern Languages with Translation and Transcultural Studies at University of Warwick - UCAS