International University SDI München Translation (MA) – German–English / German–Chinese
International University SDI München

International University SDI München

Translation (MA) – German–English / German–Chinese

Munich, Germany

MA

3 semesters

English

Full time

Oct 2026

EUR 640

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The MA in Translation focuses on German–English and German–Chinese language pairs. This program develops skills in both practical translation techniques and theoretical approaches to translation. Students engage with real-world translation projects, enhance their linguistic abilities, and explore cultural contexts that influence translation work.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various careers, including roles as professional translators, localization specialists, or project managers in translation firms. Opportunities also exist in publishing, international relations, and language education, utilizing the dual language expertise in diverse fields.

Start a versatile career in foreign languages.

The three-semester Master’s degree programme in Translation, offered in the language combinations German–English or German–Chinese, provides in-depth further education in the fields of translation or multilingual communication. The competence goals of the Master's degree programme are based on the European Master’s in Translation (EMT) and cover the areas of language and culture, translation, technology, service competence, as well as media and business. The EMT model stands for highly qualified translator training. You can also specialise in the fields of interpreting, technical translation, English or Russian. Or you can focus on the field of media translation (e.g. subtitling).

The course language is German, but some courses are taught in the first foreign language. In addition to the cross-language subjects, you can take one foreign language in combination with two compulsory elective subjects.

You will acquire knowledge in face-to-face lectures combined with e‑learning units. Due to the cooperation with universities in other countries, you have the opportunity to study abroad for one or two semesters and can thus acquiredegrees from two universities.

Benefits for you

  • Hands-on – lecturers and professors from the translation industry
  • International – students, lecturers and partner universities from all around the world
  • Flexible – due to the 3-day university and online teaching
  • Global – semester abroad at a partner university possible
  • Personal – close professional relationship with professors and lecturers
  • Individual – small groups, various options
  • Future-oriented – exciting and promising career prospects

This degree programme is right for you

  • if you are interested in language and communication and already have a high level of proficiency in a foreign language.
  • if you want to channel your talent for languages in a specific professional direction using an internationally recognised model for translation programmes.
  • if, in addition to language skills, you want to acquire competences in the areas of service, media and business.
  • if you want to integrate modern translation tools into your everyday work.

Perfect conditions for starting your professional career

As a graduate of the Master’s degree programme in Translation, you are perfectly prepared for jobs in international companies, institutions or as a freelance service provider in the field of translation.

Your skills in the target-oriented analysis of typical translation problems in theory and practice will make you a sought-after expert.

Career prospects

  • Language services in public and private institutions
  • International organisations
  • International companies
  • Mass media (publishers, internet companies, news agencies)
  • Educational institutions with a focus on languages
  • Freelance work