Overview

This Translation Studies MA program at York University is designed for two categories of students:

those with a BA (Honours) in Translation and some experience in translation who wish to expand their knowledge and deepen their reflection on the practice
those with a BA (Honours) in another discipline who have practiced translation or who have developed a scholarly interest in translation (in this case, a preparatory program is mandatory, corresponding to the student's individual profile)

Classes are held at Glendon, York's bilingual campus and courses are taught in English and French. Thesis and research work can focus on a wide range of language combinations.

Frost Library (Glendon) offers a comprehensive collection of specialized dictionaries, journals and glossaries.

Professors in the program are prominent members of the international translation studies community, many of them serving on the editorial/advisory boards of specialized journals or university presses.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Desire in translation
Fictional approaches to translaion
Research methods in translation studies
History of translation and cultural transfer

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

140

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100

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

Translation & Interpreting View 5 other Masters in Translation & Interpreting in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

B

English requirements

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140

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100

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76

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IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are required to demonstrate competence, to the satisfaction of the Admissions Committee in two languages, one of which must be English.

Resumé or CV

Statement of interest

For those who do not have a BA in Translation, an entrance examination is required. Contact the program for more information.

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Tuition Fees

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12550 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

2872 CAD / year

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Additional Details

National Part-time:$717.75
International Part-time:$3,137.50

Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 CAD / month

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Overview

This Translation Studies MA program at York University is designed for two categories of students:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Toronto

Funding

Scholarships Information

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