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Boston University Graduate School of Arts & Sciences MFA in Literary Translation
Boston University Graduate School of Arts & Sciences

MFA in Literary Translation

Boston, USA

1 Years

English, Avestan, German

Full time, Part time

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USD 32,356 / per semester *

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* full-time semester tuition

Key Summary

    About: The MFA in Literary Translation focuses on developing skills in translating literature across languages and cultures. Students will engage with theoretical and practical aspects of translation, collaborating with peers and established authors to refine their craft. The program incorporates workshops, readings, and analysis of both contemporary and classic literature.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various careers, including literary translator, editor, publishing professional, or educator. They may work for literary journals, publishing houses, or in academia. The program prepares students to navigate the complex landscape of literary translation, enhancing their employment prospects in the field.

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The BU Master of Fine Arts in Literary Translation gives students the tools to read more carefully and write more thoughtfully across languages. Located in the heart of Boston’s vibrant literary scene, the program is built around BU’s storied literary translation seminar, which brings leading literary translators to Boston to talk technique with our students. The two-semester curriculum includes courses in translation history and theory, language-specific workshops, and advanced literary study. A collaborative workshop brings together students translating from different languages. Students work closely with faculty mentors to produce a publisher-ready translation. The BU MFA in Literary Translation is the only program of its kind to include a specially designed course in English style for translators.

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