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BA Modern Languages Translation, Interpreting and Cultural Mediation

University of Essex 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
BA Bachelor English

Course Overview

Course Overview This specialized BA program prepares you to become a skilled translator, interpreter, and cultural mediator in our interconnected world. You will master two languages while developing professional expertise in translation, interpreting, and subtitling across various specialized fields. The program combines deep cultural understanding with practical, career-focused skills that bridge linguistic and cultural divides. Key Program Highlights Master two languages with flexible proficiency levels (Mastery and Proficiency) chosen from French, German, Italian, Portuguese, or Spanish Develop professional translation and interpreting skills for specialized fields including medical, legal, business, and technical documents Gain expertise in cultural mediation and conflict resolution techniques for effective cross-cultural communication Practice with real-world materials including audiovisual content, specialized texts, and various speech types Explore broader linguistic topics including multilingualism, sociolinguistics, and media language studies

Available Intakes

October 2026
CampusColchester Campus
CityEssex
ModeFullTime
Duration48 Months
FeeGBP 20,475