Overview
The Translation PhD programme from the Queen's University Belfast , is recognised as a centre of excellence for research into the languages, literatures, histories, linguistics, visual cultures, and cultural identities of Europe and beyond, the Centre is founded on a dynamic and forward-looking research ethos.
Career opportunities
Now more than ever postgraduate qualifications in Translation and/or Interpreting are in high demand. Many of our graduates work immediately as free-lance professionals, some even choosing to launch their own agencies. Others have recently secured employment in higher education (e.g. in China, Jordan, Iraq, Brazil, University of Glasgow, University of East Anglia, QUB), advertising agencies, companies – both as translators and –researchers in private and public companies and institutions. Queen’s is ranked 11th in the UK for graduate prospects (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022) Queen’s is ranked in the top 170 in the world for graduate prospects (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022)
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Literary translation
- Translation and linguistics
- Translation ethics
- Translation for performance
- Translation of sacred texts
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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If you want to apply for postgraduate funding, you should check the School/Institute webpage for information on the deadlines.
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Disciplines
Translation & Interpreting Linguistics View 81 other PhDs in Linguistics in United KingdomExplore more key information
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English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. While a Master’s degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University) is not essential, it is desirable and applicants without this qualification will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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20500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20500 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Belfast
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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