MA Screen Translation in The University of Sydney, Australia

MA Screen Translation in The University of Sydney

Course description

There is an increasing demand for experts in the field of screen translation. You’ll learn the theory and practice of screen translation, and gain the technical knowledge and skills needed to work in this specialised area. By studying the theory and working on practical subtitling projects, you’ll find out how the profession works and develop an awareness of the linguistic and cultural issues involved.

In addition, we’ll help you to develop your ability to translate from at least one language (current translation options are: from English into Chinese and Italian or translation from Czech, Dutch, French, German, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish into English).

You'll benefit from our close partnership with Sheffield's independent cinema the Showroom, which screens a wide range of international subtitled films. With an MA in Screen Translation you will be employable as a subtitler and a translator.

The course includes an introduction to dubbing, audio description and subtitling for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. You'll develop your subtitling and translation skills through practical subtitling projects, while using industry-standard software. At the same time, you can shape the programme to suit your personal career needs and interests, choosing between various language, intercultural communication and other subject options.

• You don't need any previous experience in translation to do this MA.
• Design this MA to suit your needs by through a variety of language, intercultural communication and other subject options.

Know more about Studying in Australia

Tuition Fees in Australia (1st Year Average)	BE/Btech: AUD 29109 | MBA: AUD 35139 | MS: AUD 36803 | BBA: AUD 28693 | MEng: AUD 39298 | BSc: AUD 34307 | MIM: AUD 39298 | MFin: AUD 35347 | MArch: AUD 37218 | BHM: AUD 28693 | MIS: AUD 35347 | MEM: AUD 43040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Australia	AUD 1680 Per Month Approx
Entrance Exams in Australia	TOEFL: 77 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 57 | GRE: 300 | GMAT: 600
Work and Study in Australia	Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Australia	2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Australia	AUD 620
Student Visa in Australia	The subclasses for the visa were reduced to two from the eight for convenience. The two visa subclasses are Subclass 500 (for students) and Subclass 590 (For Student Guardian).
Intakes in Australia	There are Two Main Intakes in Australia: February and July.
Top Job Sectors in Australia	Health Care and Social Assiastance, Construction, Education, Manufacturing, Public Administration and Safety, Transport & Logistics, etc.
Economy in Australia	1.7% (2019e) 2.3% (2020e), 10th Largest in the World by Nominal