Specialised Translation and Translation Technologies

Heidelberg University · Heidelberg, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Arts
Language
German English Spanish
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Heidelberg
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Register by 15 November 2026
Starts
Summer semester
Tuition
€3,000

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
Applicants must hold a recognised undergraduate degree in translation, language, cultural, or communication studies, or in a related field. They must also demonstrate an appropriate command of the languages of instruction required for successful completion of the programme.
English language requirement
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: UNIcert® English: UNIcert® III TOEIC: 945 Reading: 455 Listening: 490 Speaking: 180 Writing: 180 TOEFL iBT Home Edition (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEFL iBT Home Edition (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 TOEFL Essentials: 10 Reading: 10 Listening: 10 Speaking: 10 Writing: 10 telc English: telc English C1 PTE Academic: 76 onSET English: C1 ISE Digital: 105 ISE (paper edition): ISE III IELTS Academic: 7 Cambridge English Qualifications Business (BEC) : C1 Business Higher Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced
German language requirement
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: UNIcert® Deutsch: UNIcert® III TestDaF: TDN 5 Reading: TDN 5 Listening: TDN 5 Speaking: TDN 5 Writing: TDN 5 telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule: Passed telc Deutsch: telc Deutsch C1 Prüfungsteil „Deutsch“ der Feststellungsprüfung an Studienkollegs: Passed ÖSD Zertifikat: C1 onSET Deutsch: C1 Goethe-Zertifikat: Goethe-Zertifikat C1 Deutsches Sprachdiplom der Kultusministerkonferenz (DSD): DSD II Reading: C1 Listening: C1 Speaking: C1 Writing: C1 Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang (DSH): DSH-3
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries until 15 November
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About this programme

The international double degree Master’s programme in Specialised Translation and Translation Technologies is offered jointly by Heidelberg University and the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. Over four semesters, students study on two continents and graduate with two recognised Master’s degrees. The programme combines advanced training in specialised translation with a strong focus on translation technologies, intercultural communication, and academic reflection on language, translation, and culture. A central feature of the programme is its international and technology-oriented profile. It promotes a technology-supported perspective on translation practice and strengthens students’ ability to communicate professionally in multilingual and intercultural contexts. The curriculum includes technology-assisted translation practice, CAT tools, editing and quality assurance, general and specialised translation, Ibero-American studies, research in linguistics and translation studies, and language and cultural mediation. The programme equips graduates for a wide range of professional paths, including work in translation departments of major companies and institutions, freelance translation, terminology management, software localisation, cultural consulting, intercultural communication, research, and higher education. For particularly qualified students who begin their studies in Heidelberg, scholarships are available for the year at the partner university; these include mont

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