Master in Translation

Master in Translation is a Masters program taught at Hellenic American University, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (12 months (full-time) or 16 months (part-time)) options.

The Master of Arts in Translation and Language Technology (MATLT) trains reflective translators and integrates academic learning with real-world preparation. Students study how language and culture function, how translations work based on professional practice, and how to translate a broad variety of texts. The program also develops skills for careers in the translation industry, language technology, and project management.

The MATLT program consists of 8 courses plus a Thesis. The duration is 12 months full-time or 16 months part-time. An academic year includes two semesters, and each semester runs for 15 weeks. Students complete 30 credits total: 24 credits for the Core Curriculum (8 courses) and 6 credits for the Thesis. Thesis could take the form of an internship.

Students participate in ongoing faculty-student research projects and European Union research initiatives. The program includes hands-on experience in Computer-Assisted Translation, Project Management, and Audiovisual Translation. It also involves attention to terminology and terminography, and includes class visits from project managers of translation firms, plus cooperation with TermCord of the European Parliament.

The minimum requirements for admission in Master in Translation at Hellenic American University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Hellenic American University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Hellenic American University as pre-requiste for admission in Master in Translation.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Candidates applying for the MATLT must submit evidence of English Language Proficiency or Greek Language Proficiency (for non-Greek citizens), in addition to the required documents for admission.

Please check detail of study units at https://hauniv.edu/school-of-arts-sciences/master-in-translation

• Freelance or in-house translators in translation agencies, businesses, and law firms
• Translators in audiovisual companies and the media industry
• Translators in publishing houses
• Participation in EU calls for translation personnel through EPSO

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.