Heriot-Watt University is home to the most established Interpreting and Translating Masters degree programme in Scotland and is proud to have the largest suite of Interpreting and Translating labs of any Higher Education Institute in Europe.
Our Interpreting and Translating MSc programme is a uniquely twin-focus degree which will prepare you for an exciting, international career as a professional translator and interpreter in the following languages combined with English: Chinese, French, German or Spanish.
This globally recognised programme has been tailored to meet the needs of industry and will allow you to develop the ideal balance of theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
Your learning will focus on developing a professional standard of expertise in specific areas of interpreting and translation such as:
You will develop these skills to the highest standard and learn about the different approaches and skillsets required from interpreters when working in distinct professional contexts such as healthcare, court and legal, educational and conference interpreting.
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Suitable applicants will be invited for interview and to undertake a short test.
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Our hands-on, professional standard experience of interpreting and translating is the ideal preparation for industry and ensures that our graduates are widely sought after and respected across the industry.
Many recent graduates of this programme have gone on to build successful careers in areas such as:
• In-house Translator
• Freelance conference Interpreter
• Founder of Translation and Interpreting Agency
• Courtroom Interpreter
• National Health Service Interpreting Head
Recent Interpreting and Translating graduates have also been equipped with the transferable skills and qualities necessary to build successful careers as project managers, copywriters, editors, media specialists and educators.
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