What do graduates do?
- Translator
- Interpreter
- Translation agencies
- International organisations and government
Before you apply
Fluency in two languages is essential; a degree in translation studies or modern languages and a master's in translation or interpreting help.
Examples of schools where you can study this subject
3 schools in 3 countries. Programmes were checked on the schools’ own websites. These are only examples; every country has many more options. We choose the schools that fit your budget, documents and goals together.
Canada
University of Toronto ScarboroughEnglish and Chinese Translation · Toronto
United Kingdom
Cardiff UniversityTranslation (BA) · Cardiff
Ireland
Dublin City UniversityBachelor of Arts (Hons) in Languages, Cultures and Translation Technologies · DublinWhat to know, country by country
For each country where you can study this subject: an example tuition fee and the next step in the timeline. You can find the details in our country guides.
- 7 November 2026
Recommended application date for the University of Toronto first review rounds (OUAC 105)
- 26 October to 21 December 2026
Booking period for the January 2027 session of the ESAT, TMUA and TARA exams (for universities other than Oxford and Cambridge).
- October to November 2026
For Trinity, ask study@tcd.ie whether your high school is on the direct entry list.
Let’s build your school list for Translation and Interpreting together
- We choose schools from 26 countries that fit your grades, budget and documents.
- We gather every school’s application timeline, required documents and exam scores in one list.
- We put tuition fees and living costs side by side.
- We prepare your application file and personal statement together.
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Last checked: November 2026.
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