MRes in Translation Studies

MRes in
Translation
Studies
A fantastic gateway to a
career in Translation.
School of Arts and Humanities

GAIL CLARK completed her MRes
in Translation Studies in 2011,
specialising in French to English
translation.
Her practical translation work in
the classroom, combined with a
work placement with a museum
provided her with an excellent
foundation for launching her own
internet-based translation and
proofreading company.
For Gail, the MRes in Translation
paced and rewarding and it
also helped her to appreciate
that there is much more to
translation than simply working
between two languages. “I get
huge satisfaction from liaising
with clients, understanding
their philosophy, aims and
achievements before transferring
their message into words.”
MRes in
Translation Studies
Why Translation Studies?
Recent research has consistently shown that the fall in the numbers of language
learners over the past decade has come at a cost to the UK economy.
While we may be able to continue to trade and to
develop partnerships with countries, regions and
been cutting ourselves off from large swathes of
America, and in West Africa, to name but three
Directorate forced to refuse meetings or to limit
the languages provided because they cannot
recent CFA Skills report.
The reasons for this recent decline in language
learning are varied, but the tide is turning as
global trade.
equip you with professional-level translation skills
that will allow you to participate in international
dialogues, and to play your part in developing
communication skills, your ability to work in
to feedback and your awareness of a wide range
of challenges and opportunities that arise every
time intercultural dialogue occurs.
GAIL CLARK
Employment and Research Opportunities
into a career in Translation, whether you want to work freelance or in-house, and
and trade routes, of multi-lingual, multi-platform
media, your Translation skills will set you apart
this is the programme for you.
trend looks set to continue. For organisations
partners and look towards new horizons are
Chinese, Polish and Russian) are indicators of
some of these new horizons towards which
the country is turning with an increase of more
emerging Asian markets, and a marked interest
in new, innovative areas such as renewables. And
their marketplace, they call on translators to help
smooth the way.
The MRes in Translation Studies can also serve
as a springboard into further Translation-
skills into action throughout your studies,
conducting research, reporting on your
findings, writing in-depth commentaries,
reflecting on your translation practice and,
of course, producing high-level translation
in working on some of the current debates
animating Translation Studies, or would like to
embark on a practice-led PhD, Stirling will be
able to support you on your way.
Flexible, fastpaced
and
rewarding.

This course was not only
interesting; it was also a
great learning experience.
Why Translation Studies at Stirling?
Stirling’s exciting taught MRes programme in Translation Studies offers students
the opportunity to develop the skills and experience required to underpin a career
as a professional translator.
organisations and economic analysts consistently
emphasise the value of high-level language
skills to a wide range of global businesses.
On completion of this programme, graduates
will be ready and able to offer their valuable
skills to this wide range of public and private
throughout the rest of the world. The skills,
this important and specialist area of work will be
invaluable in building long-term careers in this
intending to pursue subsequent doctoral and/or
practice-led research.
French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian and Polish. At
all times, students are taught by staff with a wide
language and translation, with native speakers
tuition. Students are given ample opportunity to
develop high-level translation work in both their
‘Source‘ and ‘Target‘ language, alongside rigorous
training in Translation Theories, supported
through seminars and workshop sessions, as well
as detailed individualised feedback.
6Six reasons why
you should choose
Translation Studies at
Stirling
we offer
clear and consistent focus on
employability and market needs
committed and supportive professional
and academic staff
in doing so!)
You will be able to tap into our network
of contacts with translation industry
employers
You will love studying on one of the most
Programme Overview
Stirling’s MRes in Translation Studies has all the taught elements of an MSc
This established programme has a number of features which will enhance your
learning experience.
Programme Timetable:
also have key opportunities to shape your own
interests. Our teaching year follows two semesters,
which run from mid-September to mid-December,
and from mid-February to the end of May, with the
dissertation work beginning in the Spring semester
and intensifying over the Summer months.
Portfolio of Translation: During Autumn and
Spring semesters, you will develop, with your
tutor, your own portfolio of practical translation
semester, the portfolio will consist of four pieces
You will also discuss and comment on the issues
arising in translating your portfolio.
development of specialist knowledge, and the
clarity of the communication skills on display in
such translation work.
Cultural Translation and Transfer: You will
the opportunities and problems that arise when
information is communicated across cultures.
Research Skills:
Training modules enable students to build up a
portfolio of skills that prepare them for academic
and professional life. For many of our students a
key part of these modules involves participating in
Site Visits
language-to-language work that you might
embark on. You will also have the opportunity
to attend site visits to our partner institutions,
all of whom are involved in very different
component of the programme: “This course
was not only interesting; it was also a great
translation studies can be within a variety of
working environments.”
Dissertation
of the assessment in both Autumn and Spring
semesters, you will choose one of the following
piece of translation and related research and
dissertation on a topic drawn from Translation
collating materials during the Spring. The main
writing period will follow on from the end of
teaching in May, and dissertations are submitted
at the end of August.
Professional
Recognition
translation and interpreting professionals. Our
developments and opportunities in the
language services industry.
Entrance Requirements
combined Honours degree, or its equivalent
provided on this programme.
Fees
fees here - http://www.stir.ac.uk/postgraduate/
Funding
A variety of scholarships and bursaries may
be available in any given year, including
scholarships in the School of Arts and
possible sources of funding here - http://
information/

programme please contact
Dr Cristina Johnston
UK+44 (0) 1786 467531
cristina.johnston@stir.ac.uk
http://www.slcr.stir.ac.uk
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