BA TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETING WITH MODERN LANGUAGES
BA TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETING WITH MODERN LANGUAGES
Bring countries and cultures together as you perfect two languages (choosing from French, Spanish and Japanese) while developing professional expertise in translation and interpreting.
You’ll study your chosen languages to degree level, at the same time as choosing from a range of specialist modules in culture, society, translation, intercultural communication, and media. You’ll spend your third year in two countries where your chosen languages are spoken.
When you graduate you’ll be able to construct sophisticated arguments in English as well as in both your second languages. You’ll also develop tremendous flexibility, adaptability and resilience during your year abroad – all skills that are highly sought after by employers.
The year abroad is a compulsory element of our four-year language degrees.
You’ll enhance your studies and boost your employability by studying or working abroad. This will be an opportunity to develop intercultural awareness, resourcefulness and flexibility along with your language skills. It’s also a great way to demonstrate your resilience, confidence, and ability to thrive in an international setting to future employers
If you’re studying French or Spanish, you’ll have the option of taking up a teaching assistantship in Europe or a work placement, or of studying at one of our many partner universities. If you’re studying Japanese you’ll spend your time abroad studying at one of our Japanese partner universities.
If you are a double honours student taking two of French, Spanish or Japanese from A level, you will normally split the year between two countries where those languages are spoken.
If you are a double honours student taking one of your degree languages from below A level, you will normally spend your entire year abroad in the country of the weaker language. It is strongly recommended that you follow at least some modules in the stronger language in your university placement and/or spend the summer working or studying in the country of the other language. We can provide support and advice on this.
About
On this course you’ll devote between half and two thirds of your time to your language studies, aiming at equal competence in both. You’ll also be introduced to a range of specialist translation skills, as well as public service and conference interpreting. You’ll study compulsory language modules in your chosen languages, including topics in French, Spanish and Japanese culture and society.
You’ll learn about translation issues across the media, and subtitling and dubbing, to help you understand how translation is practised in a range of contexts. You’ll benefit from practical experience in interpreting in both public service and conference modes, which will give you more insights into the professional world. You’ll also have the opportunity to study a range of subjects in language, culture, communication and translation. In all of these activities, you’ll use contemporary rather than literary or historical materials.
You’ll also have the opportunity to take a third language as part of your degree or as a non-credit module with certification at no extra cost. You can choose from Arabic, British Sign Language, Chinese, French, German, Greek, Japanese, Italian, Spanish, Russian and Advanced English.
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Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the courses listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the regular review of course programmes. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes, there will normally be prior consultation of students and others. Changes may for example consist of variations to the content and method of delivery of programmes, courses and other services, to discontinue programmes, courses and other services and to merge or combine programmes or courses. The University will endeavour to keep such changes to a minimum, and will inform students.Placement Year and Study Abroad
The year abroad is a compulsory element of our four-year language degrees.
You’ll enhance your studies and boost your employability by studying or working abroad. This will be an opportunity to develop intercultural awareness, resourcefulness and flexibility along with your language skills. It’s also a great way to demonstrate your resilience, confidence, and ability to thrive in an international setting to future employers
If you’re studying French or Spanish, you’ll have the option of taking up a teaching assistantship in Europe or a work placement, of doing voluntary work in an NGO, or of studying at one of our many partner universities. If you’re studying French you’ll also have the opportunity to apply to attend the prestigious Faculté de Traduction et d’Interprétation in Geneva or the Institut de Management et de Communication Interculturels (ISIT) in Paris.
If you’re studying Japanese you’ll spend your time abroad studying at one of our Japanese partner universities.
If you are a double honours student taking two of French, Spanish or Japanese from A level, you will normally split the year between two countries where those languages are spoken.
If you are a double honours student taking one of your degree languages from below A level, you will normally spend your entire year abroad in the country of the weaker language. It is strongly recommended that you follow at least some modules in the stronger language in your university placement and/or spend the summer working or studying in the country of the other language. We can provide support and advice on this.
For further details, visit the Study Abroad section of our website.
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After the Course
You’ll graduate prepared for a whole host of career sectors, both in the UK and abroad. These include tourism, hospitality and leisure, human resources, marketing, sales, business, international banking, media, the civil service, local government and administration, teaching and education, translation and interpretation, international trade and business, journalism, arts administration, and customer services.
Alternatively, you could continue your studies with a Master’s degree such as our MA in Global Intercultural Communication, MA in Applied Translation Studies, or perhaps an MBA. Our Careers Service run an annual Arts and Humanities events programme. This includes alumni-led presentations and workshops across a range of sectors, including charities, politics and government, writing and communications, and museums and heritage. You’ll also benefit from our annual Careers Using Languages Fair, where we showcase the range of opportunities available to you. This is a great chance to meet employers and to hear alumni speak about their career paths since graduating.
Career destinations
Examples of careers you could enter include:
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Translation and Interpreting
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Sales and marketing
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Business and finance
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Information technology and telecommunications
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Teaching and education
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Media
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Assessment for Year 1
You’ll be assessed on a mixture of written and spoken coursework and examinations. You must pass your year abroad, but your final degree classification depends on your marks from your second and final years.
Assessment for Year 2
You’ll be assessed on a mixture of written and spoken coursework and examinations. You must pass your year abroad, but your final degree classification depends on your marks from your second and final years.
Assessment for Year 3
You’ll be assessed on a mixture of written and spoken coursework and examinations. You must pass your year abroad, but your final degree classification depends on your marks from your second and final years.
Assessment for Year 4
You’ll be assessed on a mixture of written and spoken coursework and examinations. You must pass your year abroad, but your final degree classification depends on your marks from your second and final years.
Please note that your Honours level Language(s) are core. This means that you are required to take and pass these modules in order to progress to your next level of study. Core modules cannot be compensated.
Assessment for Year 1
You’ll be assessed on a mixture of written and spoken coursework and examinations. You must pass your year abroad, but your final degree classification depends on your marks from your second and final years.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.Please note that your Honours level Language(s) are core. This means that you are required to take and pass these modules in order to progress to your next level of study. Core modules cannot be compensated.
Assessment for Year 2
You’ll be assessed on a mixture of written and spoken coursework and examinations. You must pass your year abroad, but your final degree classification depends on your marks from your second and final years.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.Assessment for Year 3
You’ll be assessed on a mixture of written and spoken coursework and examinations. You must pass your year abroad, but your final degree classification depends on your marks from your second and final years.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.Please note that your Honours Year Language(s) are core. This means that you are required to take and pass these modules and they cannot be compensated.
Assessment for Year 4
You’ll be assessed on a mixture of written and spoken coursework and examinations. You must pass your year abroad, but your final degree classification depends on your marks from your second and final years.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.Entry Requirements
A Levels
BBB or ABC including grade B in French, Spanish or Japanese or BBC including French, Spanish or Japanese at grade B with an A in the Extended ProjectBTEC
DDM, alongside grade B in French, Spanish or Japanese A-Level (or equivalent qualification). Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business AdministrationScottish highers
AABBB including grade A in French, Spanish or JapaneseScottish highers advanced
CCC including French, Spanish or JapaneseIrish leaving certificate
2 subjects at H2, 4 subjects at H3 including French, Spanish or JapaneseAccess course
Access to Humanities & Social Sciences pathway preferred. Pass with Merit in 45 credits at Level 3. In addition, evidence of language learning ability with at least grade B at A-Level in French, Spanish or JapaneseEuropean Baccalaureate
70% overall including 7 in French, Spanish or JapaneseInternational Baccalaureate
31 points including HL 5 French, Spanish or JapaneseGCSE offer
You are required to have Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 or above at GCSE.
Additional entry requirements
Your first Honours language may only be taken from post-A-Level standard. The second honours language can be started from beginner's level, from post-GCSE level, or from post-A-Level.
Native or near-native speakers can also apply for the French and/or Spanish degree programmes, but please note that the programme followed will be different from the one advertised. It is not possible to undertake a Japanese degree if you are a native or near-native speaker of Japanese.
If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year programmes.
Alternative Qualifications
UEA recognises that some students take a mixture of International Baccalaureate IB or International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme IBCP study rather than the full diploma, taking Higher levels in addition to A levels and/or BTEC qualifications. At UEA we do consider a combination of qualifications for entry, provided a minimum of three qualifications are taken at a higher Level. In addition some degree programmes require specific subjects at a higher level.
Students for whom english is a foreign language
We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Please click here to see our full list.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
Interviews
Most applicants will not be called for an interview and a decision will be made via UCAS Track. However, for some applicants an interview will be requested. Where an interview is required the Admissions Service will contact you directly to arrange a time.
Gap year
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
Intakes
This course is open to UK, EU and International applicants. The annual intake for this course is in September each year.’
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Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Information on tuition fees can be found here.
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds.
The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course related costs
You are eligible for reduced fees during the year abroad. Further details are available on our Tuition Fees website.
There will be extra costs related to items such as travel and accommodation during your year abroad, which will vary depending on location.
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of other course-related costs.
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How to Apply
Applications need to be made via the Universities Colleges and Admissions Services (UCAS), using the UCAS Apply option.
UCAS Apply is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time Undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom. It is made up of different sections that you need to complete. Your application does not have to be completed all at once. The system allows you to leave a section partially completed so you can return to it later and add to or edit any information you have entered. Once your application is complete, it must be sent to UCAS so that they can process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The UCAS number for the University of East Anglia is E14.
FURTHER INFORMATION
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