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MA Modern Languages and Translation & Interpreting Studies with Overseas Placement

University of Aberdeen

Institution
University of Aberdeen
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Modern Languages and Translation & Interpreting Studies with Overseas Placement
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
RQ51
Typical offer
A-level BBC, IB 32

Entry requirements

A level: BBC IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL. SL in English is also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in related subjects. Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B.) GCSE English (or equivalent) is required at Grade C/4 or above. GCSE Mathematics at Grade C/4 is also required for Accountancy, Economics and Finance programmes. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3.

About this course

MA in Hebrew and Jewish Studies, focusing on language learning and textual analysis over a duration of four years. Core topics include Language & Translation, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Research Methods. The curriculum incorporates a period of residence abroad to provide practical experience in chosen foreign languages.

Modules

  • Academic Writing for Language & Literature
  • Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
  • Introduction to Translation and Interpreting
  • Working with Texts
  • Spanish Language 2
  • German Language 2
  • Spanish Language 3
  • Beginners French Language 1
  • Beginners French Language 2
  • Qualified French Language 1
  • Qualified French Language 2
  • German for Beginners 1
  • German for Beginners 2
  • German Language 1
  • Mandarin Chinese for Beginners 1
  • Mandarin Chinese for Beginners 2
  • Spanish Language 1
  • Introduction to Literature and Culture of Modern France 1
  • Modern German Culture 1
  • English Structure and use
  • Introduction to Literature and Culture of Modern France In Context
  • Modern German Culture 2
  • Theory of Translation and Interpreting
  • Introduction to Bilateral Interpreting
  • Advanced French Language 1 with Translation
  • German Language 3 with Translation
  • Spanish Language 4 with Translation
  • Advanced French Language 2 with Translation
  • German Language 4 with Translation
  • Spanish Language 5 with Translation
  • Spanish Language 4
  • Advanced French Language 1
  • German Language 3
  • Mandarin for Beginners 3
  • Advanced Introductory French Language 1
  • German Language (Advanced Introductory) 1
  • Spanish Language 3
  • Spanish Language 5
  • Advanced French Language 2
  • German Language 4
  • Mandarin for Beginners 4
  • Advanced Introductory French Language 2
  • German Language (Advanced Introductory) 2
  • Language in Society
  • French Culture, Politics and Society i
  • Modern German Culture 3
  • Latin America: Texts and Contexts
  • Elements of English
  • Modern German Culture 4
  • French Culture, Politics and Society II
  • Rebels, Outsiders and Conformists
  • Residence Abroad Correspondence Course 1 (TL30RA)
  • Residence Abroad Correspondence Course 2 (TL35RA)
  • Residence Abroad Work Placement 1 (TL30P2)
  • Dissertation / Extended Translation
  • Advanced Interpreting Skills
  • Chinese Translation: Theory and Practice
  • Advanced Translation Skills (SP45FC)
  • Advanced French Translation B
  • Senior Honours French Language
  • Gaelic Language B
  • German Language Study 6
  • Spanish Language 7 (SP40A5)
  • Mandarin 7