London Metropolitan University · Distance learning (part-time)
Translation Technology
Why study this course? Specifically designed for professional translators or suitably-qualified graduates, this course will give you knowledge in translation technology and enhance your employability prospects. You’ll learn how to use various translation envir…
Postgraduate2 yearsDistance learning (part-time)
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Guildhall School of Business and Law · Language and area studies
Why study this course? Specifically designed for professional translators or suitably-qualified graduates, this course will give you knowledge in translation technology and enhance your employability prospects. You’ll learn how to use various translation environment tools (TEnTs), as well as language localisation and subtitling software. You can study this course in the following language combinations: English into French, Italian and Spanish; plus French, Italian and Spanish into English. More about this course Well-trained specialist translators are highly desirable to employers in the translation industry. This Translation Technology Postgraduate Certification will equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to use translation technology software. You’ll also gain practical experience that aims to give you a head-start in the competitive translation market, helping you to stand out from other translators in the field. You’ll use the following software: - SDL Trados Studio - SDL MultiTerm - Wordfast Anywhere - Crowdin, a localisation management platform - Memsource, a translation management system - OOONA, subtitling software On successful completion of the course, you’ll be able to work in a wide range of sectors including the translation service providers, localisation companies, subtitling companies and the film industry to name a few. As well as translators, this course could also benefit other suitably qualified language specialists who want to learn how to use translation software.
Getting in
As the university states it
You’ll be required to have: a relevant undergraduate degree with a minimum grade of 2:1 in either translation, interpreting, modern languages or a related field; native knowledge of English; near native proficiency in your chosen paired language; if you decide to add an additional language to your chosen language and English, you must also have a good command of this language. If you have extensive industry experience but no formal qualifications, you may still be considered following an interview. If you’re an international applicant, you’ll be required to have an IELTS overall score of 6.5, with no component score less than 6.0. You’ll also need to meet the DfE entry qualification requirements or equivalents.
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