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Modern Languages (Interpreting and Translating)

Heriot-Watt University

Venues

Edinburgh Campus

Content

The Modern Languages Interpreting and Translating degree will prepare you for careers requiring the practical application of advanced language, communication and intercultural skills, and it will teach you about the wider professional contexts in which you will use these skills. For example, you’ll learn about the unique interpreting approaches required for various professional contexts, such as healthcare situations, business situations, legal contexts, or conferences.

You will choose to study two languages from French, German, Spanish and Chinese.

Entry Requirements

2027 entry requirements:
4 Highers at BBBB (Standard entry) or BBBC (Widening access entry) including one chosen language plus English at National 5.

For entry to year 2 you require 2 Advanced Highers at AB including both chosen languages plus above.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

MA Hons

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

See below

Course Length

4 years

Faculty

Social Sciences

Department

Languages and Intercultural Studies

SCQF Level

10

Combination Courses

French/German
French/Spanish
German/Spanish
Chinese/French
Chinese/German
Chinese/Spanish
Spanish
RR12
RR14
RR24
RLCF
RLCS
RR14

Website

www.hw.ac.uk