PhD Translation

OVERVIEW
Translation is part of the Modern Languages research cluster, which provides a vibrant environment for both disciplinary and interdisciplinary scholarship. Recognised as a centre of excellence for research into the languages, literatures, histories, linguistics, visual cultures, and cultural identities of Europe and beyond, the cluster is founded on a dynamic and forward-looking research ethos. Translation is a field of research that is expanding dynamically. We welcome innovative research proposals in a variety of areas linked to:

• Audiovisual translation
• Translation and cultural encounter
• Translation and linguistics
• Translation and literature
• Translation and performance
• Translation and sacred texts
• Translation and the global/local
• Translation ethics

PROGRAMME DETAILS
Research Information

• Associated Research
• Literary translation
• Translation and linguistics
• Translation ethics
• Translation for performance
• Translation of sacred texts
• Translation is, at its best, interdisciplinary, and we have a strong record in supervising interdisciplinary theses with other Schools in the University.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Entrance Requirements
A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. While a Master's degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University) is not essential, it is desirable and applicants without this qualification will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

International Students
For information on international qualification equivalents, please check the specific information for your country.

English Language Requirements
Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required. *Taken within the last 2 years.

If you need to improve your English language skills before you enter this degree programme, INTO Queen's University Belfast offers a range of English language courses. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for admission to this degree.

• Academic English: an intensive English language and study skills course for successful university study at degree level
• Pre-sessional English: a short intensive academic English course for students starting a degree programme at Queen's University Belfast and who need to improve their English.

FEES AND FUNDING
Northern Ireland (NI) Not set
England, Scotland or Wales (GB) Not set
Other (non-UK) EU Not set
International £15,855

More information on postgraduate tuition fees: http://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/PostgraduateStudy/TuitionFees/

HOW TO APPLY
Apply using our online Postgraduate Applications Portal https://dap.qub.ac.uk/portal/user/u_login.php and follow the step-by-step instructions on how to apply.