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    Translation and Interpreting Studies MA

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    Manchester, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £32,600.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits

    Translation and Interpreting Studies MA at University of Manchester is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Manchester, GB. Tuition is £32,600.

    About the program

    Program covers specialisations in commercial, audio-visual, transcreation, literary, technical translation, translation project management, translating for international organisations, and interpreting for business and public services. Includes training in translation technologies such as translation memory, terminology management, subtitling, and machine translation.

    Focus: coursework
    Top 40 Arts and Humanities (QS 2025)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Stage 3 2026
    May 3, 2026
    Stage 4 2026
    Jul 5, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100+ in the TOEFL iBT with a minimum writing score of 25 and no skill below 22
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 overall (no subscore less than 6.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £15,505.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Translation and Interpreting Studies MA at University of Manchester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Translation and Interpreting Studies MA at University of Manchester is £32,600 across 180 required credits.
    Is Translation and Interpreting Studies MA at University of Manchester online or in-person?
    Translation and Interpreting Studies MA at University of Manchester is offered in-person.
    How long does Translation and Interpreting Studies MA at University of Manchester take to complete?
    Translation and Interpreting Studies MA at University of Manchester is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Translation and Interpreting Studies MA at University of Manchester?
    Per the program's published guidance: First or Upper Second class honours degree
    What work-permit options follow Translation and Interpreting Studies MA at University of Manchester?
    Post-completion work rights for Translation and Interpreting Studies MA at University of Manchester: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)