MA Interpreting and Translation, Mandarin and English University of Nottingham Ningbo China

The MA is designed for native speakers of Chinese who have a high level of competence in English and wish to develop this further. It is also open to speakers of other languages than English and Chinese who have a high level of competence in both English and Chinese. The MA combines the theoretical, technological and practical training necessary for effective translation between English and Chinese. It also offers training and practice in bi-lateral interpreting between the two languages. The programme is structured around a range of compulsory and elective modules. The compulsory modules provide the core skills and knowledge needed for translation and interpreting across a wide range of subjects, including the basic concepts of translation and interpreting theory.

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Entry requirements

Course Requirements: Open to graduates who have a first degree (BA) in any subject and very strong English and Chinese language skills. Applicants with English as a second language should have a good undergraduate degree. Applicants with Chinese as a second language should have a degree at 2:1 level (or international equivalent) and a level of competence in written and spoken Chinese equivalent to advanced level HSK. English Language Requirements: Applicants whose first language is not English, and who do not have a degree from a UK institution, are required to have the following English language qualifications before they can register on an academic programme:- IELTS: 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each element) or- PTE Academic: 71 (minimum 65) or- TOEFL (IBT): 87 (minimum 20 in Speaking and 19 in all other elements)Applicants with Chinese as a second language should have a high level of competence in written and spoken Chinese, with an HSK score of 6.Alternative Requirements: Applicants may be required to attend interview and aptitude tests before admission to the programme if their linguistic and intellectual suitability for the programme is not apparent from their qualifications.