Translation and Technologies University of Geneva

Overview

The Master of Arts in Translation and Technology programme of University of Geneva produces versatile translators who are specialised in new translation technologies and multilingual engineering. It is based on three major topics: IT tools for translators, terminology, and localisation and project management (with the possibility of specialising in terminology , or localisation and project management).

Seven areas of study:

• Translation and revision

• Translation studies

• Fields of expertise (law and economics)

• Specialised translation (legal, economic and financial, technical, literary)

• Translation technology

• Specialised multilingual communication

• Professional skills and experience (mandatory internship)

Objectives

• Acquire the necessary abilities to become a professional translator

• Specialise in a particular field

• Improve your language and methodology skills

• Further strengthen your written skills in your native language

• Carry out multilingual projects in various contexts

• Strengthen your intercultural skills

• Master the latest translation and language management tools

• Reflect on the notion of translation

• Experience firsthand the professional world of translation (mandatory internship and practical seminars)

PROSPECTS

Our MA programmes prepare students for a career in translation, revision, localisation and other related fields. Our grads have the option of finding in-house positions or setting up a freelance career. These degrees open the doors to many different types of professional activities and careers: international organisations, NGOs, associations, sports federations, publishing houses, translation agencies, public administration, documentation centres, research institutes, banks, insurance, courts, media, teaching, etc.