Overview
In the Translation and Interpreting programme from Heriot-Watt University, we actively promote interdisciplinary work across contexts, genres and modalities.
Features
- The incorporation of sign language studies coordinates with the wider epistemological move towards multimodality and digital analytical platforms.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Public Service Interpreting: Standardizing Quality and Professionalisation
- Police Interpreting
- Interpreting and Translating In Mental Health Settings
- Translation of Cultural Objects
- Evaluative or Persuasive Written Communication in Business Contexts
- Interpreter-mediated Interaction
- Migrant Memoirs and Literature in Translation
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
International students must apply at least 6 weeks before teaching is due to begin.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Translation & Interpreting View 28 other PhDs in Translation & Interpreting in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Copies of full academic transcripts from all previous academic degree courses and copies of degree certificates for degrees already awarded.
- If you are currently pursuing a degree course please provide all available marks to date.
- The research proposal should be around 5-8 pages long and contain as much as possible of the following: an introduction or outline of the proposed topic; a statement of objectives and/or specific research questions; a summary of some of the relevant literature which supports the research objective(s); an indication of the intended research methodology;
- English Language Requirements.
- If you have references available these should be submitted with your application.
Tuition Fee
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International
17320 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17320 GBP per year
UK: TBC
Living costs for Edinburgh
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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