Swansea is the only university in the UK to offer the unique BA Honours English - Chinese Translation and Interpreting programme, opening up exciting careers in a wide range of sectors including business, finance, education, media and public relations, government and public services. The impact of globalisation and the rapid development of new electronic media have highlighted the importance of effective inter-cultural communication, meaning that well-qualified translators and interpreters are essential. Some 91% of our Languages, Translation and Interpreting graduates are employed or in further study within six months of graduating (Destination of Leavers from HE survey 2015) and 84% of our students achieved a 1st class or 2.1 honours degree in 2017/18. Based on our stunning Singleton Park campus, in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, this clearly structured three-year course offers comprehensive training in specific translation and interpretation techniques, provided through a broad mix of practical and theoretical experiences. As a student on this course, you will have the opportunity to acquire concentrated language proficiency, and develop translation and interpretation skills in advanced English together with in-depth knowledge of specialised business, legal or scientific/technical language. In addition, you will be able to develop valuable communication and interpersonal skills through class discussions, presentations, group and pair work and role-play. Practical training modules are based in our computer laboratories, which are equipped with the latest versions of the leading translation software tools. You will also experience an external virtual learning environment incorporating mobile apps and online videos to further enhance independent study, and you will have options to pursue work experience opportunities during the course. The programme is only available to those with a native or near-native command of Chinese Mandarin, plus a high level of competence in English as a foreign language. Please visit our course page for more information: swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/artsandhumanities/english-chinesetranslationandinterpreting/ **We guarantee that you will be made a conditional offer for a course at Swansea University. Subject requirements will apply. Please come along to our next Open Day or get in touch for further information.**

You will study six modules each year to include compulsory and optional modules. Module selection options may change.

This degree programme is delivered through lectures, tutorials and seminars. You will usually receive nine hours minimum scheduled contact time with your teachers every week. Full attendance at lectures, seminars and personal tutorials (personal tutorials are obligatory). All Arts and Humanities degree programmes include independent learning which requires initiative and hard work. We will challenge you with demanding teaching and assessment. Assessment includes essay, coursework and examination, presentations and a dissertation.

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26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: Q911

Institution code: S93

Campus Name: Singleton Park Campus

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

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Student satisfaction : 73%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 60%

Go onto work and study: 95%

England	9000.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9000.0	Year 1
Scotland	9000.0	Year 1
Wales	9000.0	Year 1
EU	15850.0	Year 1
International	15850.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	15850.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	15850.0	Year 1

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Singleton Park
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