Master in MA Interpreting And Translating Full Time Chinese

Tuition is 28,400 GBP per year.

Professional Training for Linguists

The MA in Interpreting and Translating (Chinese) at the University of Bath is a highly respected, practical master’s degree designed for those seeking a career as professional conference interpreters and translators. With a legacy of over 50 years, the course has built significant connections with major international organisations, including the United Nations and the European Union.

Distinctive Features

• Professional Facilities: Access to exclusive, professional-grade interpreting labs equipped with interpreter consoles, booths, and online conference facilities.
• Expert Tutors: Learn from professionals who have worked for heads of state and international organisations.
• Practical Experience: Participate in 'mini conferences' to practice simultaneous and consecutive interpreting in realistic environments.
• Career Focus: Benefit from an established professional network, with opportunities for external training placements and career-focused talks.

The curriculum bridges the gap between AI and human skill, ensuring you develop the critical expertise in context, intent, and message that automated tools lack.

The University of Bath, founded in 1966 on Claverton Down in Bath, United Kingdom, combines a compact campus with a strong reputation for research and teaching excellence. With about 19,041 students and more than 6,000 international students, Bath is well regarded across national rankings and is known for high-quality science, engineering and management programs. The university's Royal Charter underpins academic autonomy and an ambition to strengthen its global position among leading research-led institutions.

Teaching and research are treated equally at Bath, with practical placements and employer links central to the student experience. The university offers nearly 293 programs across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, emphasising applied research with measurable impact. Strong industry partnerships mean many degrees include year-long placements or internships, helping students build professional networks and improve employability. Research centres focus on advanced engineering, health and sustainability, and cross-disciplinary projects provide international collaboration opportunities and graduate research roles.

Life in Bath blends historic architecture and modern campus facilities, and the city offers a welcoming environment with good transport links to London and the southwest. Support services for international students include orientation, language help and visa guidance, while active student societies and labs foster a collaborative community. Accommodation options range from halls to private housing, and prospective international applicants should explore scholarships, placement options and the careers service early to plan a strong application.