Interpreting Studies MLitt

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Our programme is delivered by the School of Modern Languages, with the possibility of joint supervision with other schools. You'll mainly be based in Newcastle’s city-centre campus. Attendance is flexible and agreed between you and your supervisors depending on the requirements of the research project.

Full-time students are expected to undertake 40 hours of work per week with an annual holiday entitlement of 35 days (including statutory and bank holidays). Part-time study requires a commitment of at least 20 hours per week.

Study consists mainly of tutorials and independent learning supported by research training. Supervisors will advise applicants on how to develop their research proposals.

The Interpreting Studies MLitt includes a formal research training component where you develop research skills and methodologies (20 credits).

You may also attend relevant lectures and seminars offered for the following postgraduate taught programmes (without assessment):

• MA Conference Interpreting
• MA Translation Studies
• MA Translation and Interpreting
• MA Translation and Localisation

You will complete a portfolio of essays chosen in consultation with your supervisors according to your interests and experience (80 credits). You will then undertake a dissertation of 16,000–24,000 words consisting of a sustained piece of original research (80 credits).

You will normally work on a research project which comprises two to four research assignments and a longer dissertation. Your supervisor will be an expert in your chosen field.

Depending on your modules, you'll be assessed through a combination of:

• Dissertation
• Essay

You will complete a portfolio of essays chosen in consultation with your supervisors according to your interests and experience (80 credits). You will then undertake a dissertation of 16,000–24,000 words consisting of a sustained piece of original research (80 credits).

You will normally work on a research project which comprises two to four research assignments and a longer dissertation. Your supervisor will be an expert in your chosen field.

Your teaching and learning is also supported by Canvas. Canvas is a Virtual Learning Environment. You'll use Canvas to submit your assignments and access your:

• module handbooks
• course materials
• groups
• course announcements and notifications
• written feedback

Throughout your studies, you’ll have access to support from:

• peers
• academics
• personal tutors
• our University Student Services Team
• student representatives

You'll also be assigned an academic member of staff. They will be your personal tutor throughout your time with us. They can help with academic and personal issues.

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