The program reflects current and emerging professional practices in the field, as well as latest EU directives and practices regarding the translation industry. The MA in Translation has been also selected by the OPTIMALE research group (Optimizing Professional Translator Training in a Multilingual Europe) as a partner program for a research project on mapping emerging translation practices and trends throughout Europe. Program strengths include the following: Committed faculty who are teachers, researchers and professional translators Extensive practice on a wide range of texts such as technical, business, legal, EU texts and fiction Hands-on experience in Computer-Assisted Translation, Community Interpreting and Audiovisual Translation Small class size that ensures individual attention from your instructors Attention to terminology and terminography as an integral part of the translation competence Integrated approach to your professional development, including attention to technical skills, language proficiency, professional ethics and project management skills

A completed Application Form for the Graduate Programs An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with at least a B (3.0) grade point average; The University requires evidence of proficiency in English. Signed and sealed envelopes containing official transcripts from each college/university (graduate or undergraduate programs) previously attended. An up-to-date résumé; The required essay; Two (2) letters of recommendation