About Msc Interpreting And Translating in Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh
Heriot-Watt University's Interpreting and Translating MSc degree is a twin-focus programme of study which will prepare you for an exciting, international career as a professional translator and interpreter in the following languages combined with English:
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Spanish
This specialist programme has been tailored to meet the needs of industry and will allow you to develop the ideal balance of theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
At Heriot-Watt University we have the largest number of Interpreting and Translating labs of any Higher Education Institute in Europe. This ensures that all our students can gain maximum hands on experience during class time.
Your learning will focus on developing a professional standard of expertise in specific areas of interpreting and translation such as:
- Technical and scientific translation
- Subtitling and audio-visual translation
- Use of Computer Aided Translation tools
- Sight translation
- Simultaneous interpreting
- Consecutive interpreting and note taking
- Sight interpreting
You will develop these skills to the highest standard and learn about the different approaches and skillsets required from interpreters when working in distinct professional contexts such as healthcare, court and legal, educational and conference interpreting.
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS :6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 90
- PTE: 58-64
Heriot-Watt University Highlights
Year of Establishment |
1821 |
University Type |
Public |
Campus Setting |
Suburban |
Establishment Year |
1966 |
Endowment |
£8.9 million |
Total Enrolment |
30,000+ |
Mode of Program |
Full time, distance and online |
Graduate job rate |
80% |
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:
Expenses |
Cost in Pounds(Monthly) |
Hall Fees |
£500- £735 |
Food/Toiletries/Laundry |
£175 |
Social |
£140 |
Mobile Phone |
£25 |
Books and Equipment |
May vary |
Travel |
£1.80/per bus ticket |
Total |
£865- £1,100 |
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.