Modern Languages with Translation Studies

If you want to focus on gaining practical skills in translation alongside fluency in french, german, italian or spanish, as well as a globally-aware, creative, and critical mind-set, this specially designed four-year degree course is for you. as a modern linguist, you will not only learn to speak and write fluently, you will also develop excellent communication and research skills and combine language proficiency with cross-cultural perspectives. as a part of royal holloway’s close-knit international community based on our beautiful historic campus, you will be within easy reach of london and its wealth of cultural resources.

ELP programs are offered by universities or pathway institutions to assist students in achieving the language proficiency required for academic studies. You can get admitted to your course with a lower language requirement if you do an ELP program.

As a modern linguist you will have excellent communication, analytical and research skills combined with the proven ability to communicate fluently in one or more language, alongside practical skills such as translation and interpretation. having spent a year abroad you will have developed the kind of sensitivity to different cultures that is highly prized in the workplace. this experience and the skills gained will make you highly employable and ready to pursue a career in international business, finance, media and communications, the arts, law translation, travel, consultancy and teaching, both in britain and abroad. graduates have entered a wide range of careers including many language-related fields, such as: international management, consultancy, sales and marketing, media and publishing, banking, the arts, politics, the civil service, teaching, travel and tourism, translating and interpreting. other graduates have gone on to advanced study in a variety of fields. recent employers include: mazda motor europe, british council, oxfam head office, merlin entertainments group and ralph lauren.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Royal Holloway, University of London has partnerships with the following companies: