About Msc Interpreting in Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh

MSc Interpreting

Our masters degree in Interpreting is designed for those who have native/near-native command of English and one or two other languages from:

• Chinese
• French
• German
• Spanish.

You will be taught by experts from the fields of interpreting practice, linguistics, research and education and given the chance to bring your skills to a professional standard through regular practice in our newly-refurbished interpreting booths, which are modelled on those used by the United Nations and the European Union. 

This programme is designed for those who want to work as professional interpreters and has been thoughtfully designed to give you expertise to use in a range of contexts including:

• conference interpreting
• health-care interpreting
• legal interpretingEuropean exchange
• simultaneous interpreting
• educational interpreting.

Entry requirements

• Strand A

• Native / near-native command of English plus native / near-native command of Chinese, French, German, or Spanish
• Good degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.

• Strand B

• Native / near-native command of English plus an excellent command of two from French, German, Spanish or Chinese.
• Good degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.

• Entrance tests

  Suitable applicants will be invited for interview and to undertake a short test.

Heriot-Watt University Highlights

Heriot-Watt University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

International students applying through UCAS can find their exact tuition expenses by submitting the Fee Status Enquiry form. The cost of living will be determined by the course opted as well as the applicant's nationality. Edinburgh has a comparatively lower cost than other UK cities. Estimate cost of living on and off-campus for UK Campuses is tabulated below: 

Living in a rented flat may vary according to the type of accommodation and facilities being availed. The estimated monthly cost including food and travel is £923.