Master in Translation Studies

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake close on Apr 1, 2027, while tuition fees for Master in Translation Studies are 19,000 GBP per year.

The Master in Translation Studies at Bangor University is a 1-year program for students who want to deepen their understanding of translation. This Master's degree helps students develop their translation skills and knowledge in a variety of languages.

The curriculum includes core modules on research methods and translation studies, as well as practical modules where students can work on their own translation portfolios. Students can choose from a range of languages, including Welsh, Spanish, French, and Chinese, and will develop skills in areas such as research, critical thinking, and translation practice.

Graduates of this program can go on to work as translation project managers, freelance translators, linguistic consultants, publishing editors, or language teachers. They can work in industries such as publishing, education, or international business, and can be employed by companies, governments, or non-profit organizations.

Bangor University, located in the coastal city of Bangor in Wales and founded in 1884 (Royal Charter 1885), is a public institution known for combining strong research with a student-focused experience. The university enrolls around 11,000 students, including roughly 2,700 international students, and groups teaching and research across nine academic schools. With 382 programmes spanning arts, sciences and professional subjects, Bangor balances tradition and innovation while aiming to deliver high academic standards and a supportive learning environment.

Set between the mountains of Snowdonia and the Menai Strait, the campus offers an attractive natural setting alongside good connections to larger UK cities. Institutional review commends its data-driven approach to quality, partnership with students, and embedded bilingual provision. Sustainability and global citizenship are central themes, informing research, enterprise and campus life, while interdisciplinary projects and community links create practical learning pathways for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

International students benefit from tailored support services, Welsh cultural opportunities, and a breadth of modules that suit varied career goals. Small-group teaching, research-led study and industry connections support employability, internships and further study. Prospective students seeking a welcoming campus with strong pastoral care, active student societies and clear routes into professional life will find Bangor offers rigorous academics alongside a distinctive natural and cultural setting.