This master's in translation uses English and Chinese as working languages. This course has two stages. Each stage lasts one year. You can either: join the course at Stage 1 and follow the two-year course or join at Stage 2 and follow the one-year course (this depends on your previous qualifications and experience) Stage 1 is made up of compulsory modules. You'll gain a thorough grounding in translation and interpreting skills and techniques. By the end of Stage 2 you'll have acquired high-quality written translation skills. You'll be prepared for a career in translation in fields such as: technology commerce international relations journalism