Overview

At Queen's University Belfast, we welcome innovative research proposals that interrogate – through either practice- or research-led projects – Interpreting in a variety of areas and modes.

Features

Recognised as a centre of excellence for research into the languages, literatures, histories, linguistics, visual cultures, and cultural identities of Europe and beyond, the Centre is founded on a dynamic and forward-looking research ethos. Interpreting is a field of research that is expanding dynamically.

Career Prospects

Now more than ever postgraduate qualifications in Interpreting and/or Translation are in high demand. Many of our graduates work immediately as free-lance professionals, some even choosing to launch their own agencies.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Community Interpreting

Court Interpreting

Sign Language Interpreting

Interpreting As A Profession

Interpreting Industry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-16 00:00:00

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More details

If you want to apply for postgraduate funding, you should check the School/Institute webpage for information on the deadlines.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Belfast, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Translation & Interpreting View 31 other PhDs in Translation & Interpreting in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. While a Master’s degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University) is not essential, it is desirable and applicants without this qualification will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

International students wishing to apply to Queen's University Belfast (and for whom English is not their first language), must be able to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study or research. Non-EEA nationals must also satisfy UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) immigration requirements for English language for visa purposes.

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Tuition Fee

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International

20500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20500 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Belfast

561 - 887 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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