Applied Modern Languages and Translating MA (Hons)

Overview

We are ranked 2nd for German, 2nd for Iberian Languages and 3rd for French in Scotland by the Complete University Guide 2022.

MA (Hons) Applied Modern Languages and Translating allows you to study two languages to degree level and spend a year abroad on placement with two of Heriot-Watt's partner universities, immersed in your studied languages and cultures. Choose two languages from:

• Chinese
• French
• German
• Spanish

UCAS Codes and language combinations

• French and German - UCAS Code: RRC2
• French and Spanish - UCAS Code: RRC4
• German and Spanish - UCAS Code: RRF4
• Chinese and French - UCAS Code: RACF
• Chinese and German - UCAS Code: RACG
• Chinese and Spanish - UCAS Code: RACS

Applied Language Studies

This degree focuses on practical language skills, communication studies, cultural studies and linguistics/ translation studies. 

You will be introduced to interpreting in state-of-the-art booths which mirror the United Nations and European Parliament and learn translation skills in language labs with professional-standard CAT tools. 

Students with only one language at post-Higher/A-Level follow an accelerated intensive language course during Year 1 and join the mainstream language courses from Year 2.
In Year 3 you study abroad, immersed in your chosen languages and cultures and in Year 4 you are given flexibility to tailor your studies to your personal interest and strengths.

Accreditation

The Department of Languages and Intercultural Studies is a member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (ITI).

We are also official higher education partner of the Chartered Institute of Linguists – a professional body that maintains the highest standards for practising interpreters and translators: Chartered Institute of Linguists

In addition, we are founding members of CIUTI, the world’s oldest and most prestigious international association of universities who train interpreters and translators: CIUTI

Entry requirements