International Master’s Programme in Translation Science and Technology
A multidisciplinary master’s programme integrating translation studies, language technology, and empirical research for modern multilingual communication.
Best for:Best for graduates with a strong background in linguistics, translation studies, or related fields who seek to specialise in language technology, empirical research, and multilingual communication with flexibility in language choice.
Overview
This Master of Arts programme at Saarland University offers a unique, interdisciplinary approach to translation science and technology, combining theoretical foundations with practical applications in language technology. Students specialise in empirical research methods, translation technologies, and multilingual communication, with flexibility to choose between German, English, French, Spanish, or Italian as primary languages. The curriculum is divided into two stages: a theoretical-methodological phase covering linguistics, corpus analysis, and programming, followed by a skills-focused stage emphasising translation in real-world contexts. Graduates gain expertise in both academic research and industry-relevant translation technologies, preparing them for careers in translation, language technology, or further academic study.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced theoretical and methodological knowledge in translation studies, linguistics, and language technology.
- Apply empirical research methods, including corpus-based and experimental techniques, to translation and language science.
- Develop practical translation skills in situational and cultural contexts, including technical and professional communication.
- Engage in interdisciplinary projects combining linguistics, computer science, and translation technologies.
- Conduct independent research and write a master’s thesis in either English or German.
- Participate in small, practice-oriented seminars with individual supervision and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Optionally complete an internship at an external company, institution, or organisation while writing the thesis.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Translation Studies, Linguistics, Language Technology, or equivalent qualification.
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)
Language: C2 proficiency in German (or C1 in German with C2 in English or a Romance language for international applicants). Official certificates required (e.g., Goethe-Zertifikat C2, DSH-3 for German; TOEFL iBT 95 or equivalent for English).
Instruction: German and English (with optional French, Spanish, or Italian modules).
- Proficiency in German at C2 level (or C1 level with additional conditions for international applicants).
- Proficiency in English at C1 level (or equivalent).
- Basic programming skills for annotation and data processing.
- Ability to work in a multilingual environment with flexibility in language choice (French, Spanish, or Italian).
- Strong analytical and research skills for empirical and corpus-based studies.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.
- C2 proficiency in German (or C1 with additional language conditions for international applicants).
- C1 proficiency in English (or equivalent).
- No age or residency restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2024-09-30
Applicants must submit their application through the official university portal for master’s programmes. Required documents include a completed application form, proof of language proficiency (German and English), a certified copy of the bachelor’s degree certificate, a transcript of records, a CV, and a letter of motivation. Additional documents may be required depending on the chosen language combination.
- Completed application form
- Proof of C2 German proficiency (or C1 with additional conditions)
- Proof of C1 English proficiency
- Certified copy of bachelor’s degree certificate
- Transcript of records
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letter of motivation
- Passport-sized photograph
Contact
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https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/study/application/master.html
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