The MA Chinese-English Audiovisual Translation at the University of Bristol is designed for those aiming to excel in the dynamic and expanding audiovisual sector of the language industries. As video content becomes ever more prevalent globally, the demand for skilled audiovisual translators, who account for a significant portion of language services, continues to grow. This postgraduate programme focuses on developing your technological proficiency and practical expertise across various audiovisual translation modes, while also providing a solid understanding of key theoretical concepts and industry dynamics. You will explore essential areas like translation practice and analysis, theories of translation, and computer-assisted translation tools, preparing you for a specialized career.
This full-time MA, studied on campus over one year, will immerse you in practical learning experiences. Your first teaching block includes compulsory units in Translation Practice and Analysis I, Theories of Translation, and Computer-Assisted Translation, alongside an Academic Language and Literacy unit. In the second block, you will undertake a dissertation, which can be practice-based or research-based, focusing on audiovisual translation. You will also choose three optional units from a range including CAT Tools 2, Subtitling, Audio Description, and Games Localisation. You will graduate with highly sought-after skills in subtitling, localisation, and translation technologies, ready for roles in film, gaming, and digital media industries.