MA in Translation Studies
Dublin, Ireland
MA
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 17,200
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
The MA in Translation Studies programme at Dublin City University is a one-year, full-time course that provides advanced training in language and translation skills. Completing this programme leads to a postgraduate degree in Translation Studies.
The MA in Translation Studies at DCU is part of the European Masters in Translation (EMT) Network, which is recognised by the European Commission. This makes the MA programme highly prestigious in Europe.
The lecturers teaching the MA in Translation Studies at Dublin City University are well-known experts in the field of translation studies. Many of them have strong connections to the translation profession and the translation industry.
Our students are recruited by high-profile European public institutions as well as private multinational organisations.
The programme covers various subjects such as Translation Technology, Audiovisual Translation, Research Methods, Translation Theory and Simulated Translation Practice. Students can choose to translate into English, except for those studying Irish, who translate into Irish. Additionally, students can focus on one or two languages (one in each semester): French, German, Irish, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese.
There are additional optional modules available, including Localisation, Community Interpreting and Digital Language and Discourse Methods.
As part of the programme, students write a dissertation over the summer months. Alternatively, they may opt for a three-month work placement in Ireland or abroad on which they must source themselves.
Programme Structure
Semester 1 Core Modules
- Translation Technology
- Computerised Terminology
- Research Methodologies
Semester 2 Core Modules
- Translation Theory
- Simulated Translation Bureau
Semester 1 Optional Modules
Choose ONE of the following modules in your chosen language
- Scileanna Gaeilge
- French Economic Translation
- Specialised Translation: Economic (German)
- Japanese Economic Translation
- Spanish Economic Translation
- Chinese Economic Translation
Semester 2 Optional Modules
Choose from the following modules
- Specialised Translation: Technical (French)
- German Scientific/Technical Translation
- Japanese Scientific/Technical Translation
- Spanish Scientific/Technical Translation
- Chinese Scientific / Technical Translation
- Aistriuchan Dli agus Reachtaiochta
Choose from the following modules
- Audiovisual Translation
- Localisation
- Community Interpreting Theory and Practice
- Digital Methods in Language and Discourse
Explore scholarship opportunities for International Students.
- Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide (QS World University Rankings)
- Ranked among the world's top 350 universities (Times Higher Education World University Rankings). Business and Economics (201-250), Arts and Humanities (201-250), Research Environment (301)
- Ireland’s highest-ranked young university, placed 59th globally (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings).
- Ranked 1st in Ireland for Graduate Employment Rate (and 23rd Globally) by QS World University Rankings
- 96% of DCU graduates are in employment or further studies within 6 months of graduation
- Voted no. 1 worldwide for Career Development by Global Student Satisfaction Awards
The technology and translation skills that students acquire in this programme are crucial for a successful career as a translator.
They not only enhance job prospects but also open up opportunities in both large organisations and as independent freelance translators.
Numerous graduates from the MA in Translation Studies programme go on to become professional translators. They may work as freelancers for translation agencies or within the translation departments of large corporations. This programme equips them with the expertise required to excel in these roles.
Graduates may also be eligible for competitive examinations leading to employment in the Translation Divisions of the Institutions of the European Union or other international organisations.
Career Areas
Some graduates follow careers in related fields such as:
- Publishing
- Broadcasting
- Information Technology (IT)
- Bilingual and Irish language media
- Diplomatic Services
- EU and International Advisory Bodies
- EU Institutions
- European Institutions
- International Organisations
- Self Employed
- Social Media
- Starting Your Own Business
- Translating and Interpreting
Others opt for careers in public service, teaching, at the secondary or tertiary level, or undertaking research.