Translation, Media and Modern Language (Single language pathway)

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Media, Language and Communication StudiesBA (Hons) Translation, Media and Modern Language (with a year abroad)

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AwardDegree of Bachelor of Arts

UCAS Course CodeQP9H

Typical OfferABB

Contextual OfferBBC

Course Length4 years

Course Start DateSeptember 2027

Other Start DatesSelect a start dateSeptember 2025September 2026View Course

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Course Overview

Why BA Translation, Media and Modern Language at UEA?

Study advanced French, Spanish and/or Japanese with specialist training in translation and media and prepare to work confidently across languages, cultures and communication platforms. You’ll develop professional translation, subtitling and dubbing skills, supported by cutting-edge language‑lab technology. You’ll spend a year abroad to deepen real‑world linguistic and cultural experience.

Why choose UEA?

Global communication skills: Master a language while gaining professional skills in translation, media, storytelling and global communication

Language and media skills: Study languages, media and translation theory while developing the practical skills needed for global careers

Immersive language experience: Combine advanced language study with hands‑on cultural experiences, specialist modules and an immersive year abroad

What is BA Translation, Media and Modern Language?

This degree combines advanced study of French, Spanish or Japanese with specialist training in translation and media. It develops high‑level linguistic skills across two languages through degree‑level study and practical communication work.

You'll explore translation theory and techniques across different media, including subtitling and dubbing. The course offers hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge audiovisual translation and interpreting technologies in UEA’s language lab.

A compulsory year abroad allows you to live, study or work in countries where their languages are spoken. Graduates are prepared for global careers in language services, media industries, teaching, business and international communication.

Languages and Communication Studies at UEA

Find out more about studying Languages and Communication Studies at UEA, and browse our other courses.Find out more

Year Abroad

The year abroad is a compulsory element of our four-year language degrees.

In your third year, you'll enhance your studies by living in a country where your degree language is spoken. During this year, you’ll deepen your experience of language and culture by either studying at a local university (all languages) or taking up a teaching assistantship or suitable work placement (French and Spanish only). Through this opportunity you'll enhance your language skills, while also developing your intercultural awareness, resourcefulness and flexibility. It’s also a great way to demonstrate your resilience, confidence, and ability to thrive in an international setting to future employers.

We’ve exciting exchange links with many universities in France and Spain, as well as links with universities in Japan, Canada and Latin America. If you're studying Japanese, you'll attend one of our partner universities in Japan.

For further details, visit the Study Abroad section(opens in a new window) of our website.

Career Pathways

With a BA Translation, Media and Modern Languages with a Year Abroad degree, you could launch the following careers:

Media and communication roles (e.g., content creator, editor, communications officer): Because the degree integrates media studies and translation in global contexts, you gain cross‑media communication skills relevant to media, journalism and digital communication careers

Language services and global communication: You'll graduate with high‑level linguistic competence, intercultural communication skills and experience using professional tools — ideal for roles in localisation, multilingual communication and cultural consultancy

Translator (specialist, media, or audiovisual): You'll study specialist translation skills, learn how translation works across different media, and gain hands‑on subtitling and dubbing experience, all essential for professional translation careers

Audiovisual translator / Subtitler / Localisation specialist: The course trains you in subtitling and dubbing using cutting‑edge audiovisual translation technologies in the language lab, giving you industry‑aligned practical skills

International business, marketing and global operations: The degree develops strong communication, cultural literacy and analytical skills that employers value in global business, marketing, public relations and international‑facing roles

Career Support

Throughout your degree you'll be supported by UEA’s Careers Central(opens in a new window), with a wide range of resources to help you to shape your profile for success after university. Within the School of Media, Language and Communication Studies, we'll also look to support your career development with an extensive programme of industry speakers, Alumni panels, mentoring, short courses on AI literacy and career confidence, and assessments designed to help you reflect on your own skills development. Our annual Industry Week in spring brings together the opportunity to immerse yourself in a range of events, working with leaders in industry, specialists in career guidance, and the opportunity to learn new skills to help you succeed in your journey after your degree.

After the Course

You’ll graduate prepared for a whole host of career sectors, both in the UK and abroad. These include tourism, hospitality and leisure, human resources, marketing, sales, business, international banking, media, the Civil Service, local government and administration, teaching and education, translation and interpretation, international trade and business, journalism, arts administration, customer services.

Alternatively, you could continue your studies with a master's degree such as our MA in Applied Translation Studies(opens in a new window), or MA in Digital Media and Global Communication(opens in a new window). Our Careers Service runs an annual Arts and Humanities events programme(opens in a new window). This includes alumni-led presentations and workshops across a range of sectors, including charities, politics and government, writing and communications, and museums and heritage. You’ll also benefit from our annual Careers Fair, where we showcase the range of opportunities available to you. This is a great chance to meet employers and to hear alumni speak about their career paths since graduating. You’ll also benefit from our annual Careers Fair, where we showcase the range of opportunities available to you. This is a great chance to meet employers and to hear alumni speak about their career paths since graduating.

Study and Modules

Year 1Year 2Year AbroadYear 4

Structure

In your first year, you'll focus on developing core skills in your degree language of choice (French, Japanese, or Spanish), as well as getting a solid foundation in translation theory and practice. You’ll also be introduced to key themes in the study of language, culture and intercultural communication.

Compulsory Modules

INTRODUCTION TO LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES

INTRODUCTION TO TRANSLATION STUDIES

LANGUAGE, CULTURE AND IDENTITY

INTRODUCTION TO WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES

FRENCH YEAR 1 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

SPANISH YEAR 1 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

JAPANESE YEAR 1 (SPRING SEMESTER)

FRENCH YEAR 1 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

SPANISH YEAR 1 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

JAPANESE YEAR 1 (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.

At this stage of your degree, you’ll continue to hone your language skills, while developing your understanding of translation issues across media in a globalised world. You’ll also be able to choose from topics related to language and culture, translation, media, subtitling and dubbing and global communication. You can also choose to start learning a new language.

TRANSLATION AND MEDIA IN A GLOBALISED WORLD (LEVEL 5)

SPANISH YEAR 2 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

JAPANESE YEAR 2 (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

JAPANESE YEAR 2 (SPRING SEMESTER)

FRENCH YEAR 2 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

FRENCH YEAR 2 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

SPANISH YEAR 2 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

Optional A Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 20)

MEDIA REPRESENTATION IN A GLOBAL CONTEXT

UNDERSTANDING SECOND LANGUAGE TEACHING (LEVEL 5)

LATIN AMERICA AND THE WORLD

GLOBAL COMMUNICATION IN PRACTICE

TECHNOLOGICAL TOOLS FOR MEDIA ACCESSIBILITY (LEVEL 5)

STUDYING AUDIENCES

DIGITAL MEDIA AND SOCIETY

MEDIA, COMMUNICATION AND SOCIAL CHANGE

DIGITAL MEDIASCAPES

Optional B Modules (Min Credits: 20, Max Credits: 40)

ANATOMY OF A CITY: PARIS, 1682-1815

ARTS AND HUMANITIES PLACEMENT MODULE

GLOBAL COMMUNICATION: CONCEPTS AND APPROACHES

APPROACHES AND PRACTICE IN DIGITAL MEDIA

DIGITAL MEDIA: CONCEPTS, TECHNOLOGIES & CULTURES

ASIAN FILM AND DIGITAL CULTURE

LATIN AMERICAN CINEMA

THE MEDIA AND IDENTITY

THEORISING MEDIA AND DIGITAL CULTURE

TECHNOLOGICAL TOOLS FOR SUBTITLING AND DUBBING (LEVEL 5)

FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION

JAPANESE POPULAR CULTURE AND MEDIA

Optional C Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 40)

INTERMEDIATE FRENCH I - A2+ CEFR

BEGINNERS' FRENCH I - A1 CEFR (SPRING START)

INTERMEDIATE GERMAN I - A2 CEFR

BEGINNERS' ARABIC II

BEGINNERS' FRENCH II - A2 CEFR

BEGINNERS' JAPANESE I

BEGINNERS' ARABIC I

BEGINNERS RUSSIAN I (SPRING START)

BEGINNERS' ITALIAN II - A2 CEFR

INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE I

BEGINNERS' SPANISH II - A2 CEFR

BEGINNERS' CHINESE I

BEGINNERS' FRENCH I - A1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' RUSSIAN I - A1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' GERMAN I - A1.1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' GERMAN I (SPRING START) - A1 CEFR

ADVANCED ENGLISH II - B2 CEFR

BEGINNERS' JAPANESE II

BEGINNERS' SPANISH I - A1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' ARABIC I (SPRING START)

BEGINNERS' RUSSIAN II - A2 CEFR

INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE II

INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II - B1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' JAPANESE I (SPRING START)

INTERMEDIATE FRENCH II - B1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' ITALIAN I - A1 CEFR

INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE I (SPRING START)

BEGINNERS' SPANISH I - A1 CEFR (SPRING START)

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II B1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' GERMAN II - A1.2 CEFR

ADVANCED ENGLISH I

BEGINNERS' CHINESE II

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I - A2+ CEFR

You’ll spend your third year abroad on a study or work placement in one or two countries where your chosen language or languages are spoken. This will greatly develop and enhance both your linguistic and cultural confidence, allowing you to think more as a native speaker.

So how does this work?

You’ll spend your third year abroad and return for the final year

If you’re taking French, you can study in one of our partner universities in France, Canada, Switzerland, or Reunion Island (subject to availability)

If you’re taking Spanish, you can study in one of our partner universities in Spain, Mexico, Uruguay, or Chile (subject to availability)

If you’re studying French and/or Spanish, you’ve the option to spend your semester/year working abroad instead of studying at a university

If you choose to work abroad, you’re responsible for organising and securing your own work placement(s), which need academic approval. We can provide advice on employment opportunities based on the experiences of previous students and our close relationships with organisations in France, Spain, Argentina, Mexico and Peru

Japanese language students normally study in one of our partner universities in Japan

You must remain abroad in approved activities for at least seven months in total. The approved period of residence abroad will normally coincide with UEA’s academic year and must begin no later than October

LCS YEAR ABROAD MODULE

Alongside high-level language study and specialised translation modules, you'll have the opportunity to pursue specialised topic options relating to digital media, society, interpreting and intercultural communication. You may choose to investigate a subject of your own choice in more depth in a dissertation. In previous years students have written dissertations on topics such as how bilingualism affects identity, the current situation of Spanish at GCSE, and on the character’s journey in ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service’.

JAPANESE YEAR 3 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

JAPANESE YEAR 3 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

FRENCH YEAR 3 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

SPANISH YEAR 3 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

FRENCH YEAR 3 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

SPANISH YEAR 3 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

SPECIALISED TRANSLATION (SPANISH)

ADVANCED TRANSLATION IN JAPANESE

ADVANCED TRANSLATION (FRENCH TO ENGLISH)

Optional A Modules (Min Credits: 20, Max Credits: 40)

RESEARCHING MEDIA INDUSTRIES AND CREATIVE SECTORS IN CONTEXT

INVESTIGATING MEDIA AUDIENCES AND USERS

CRITICAL APPROACHES TO DIGITAL MEDIA IN THE AI AGE

WE'RE HERE, WE'RE QUEER: GLOBAL SEXUALITIES AND CONTEMPORARY QUEER CULTURES

INTERCULTURAL BUSINESS COMMUNICATION

TECHNOLOGICAL TOOLS FOR MEDIA ACCESSIBILITY (LEVEL 6)

INTRODUCTION TO CONFERENCE INTERPRETING

UNDERSTANDING SECOND LANGUAGE TEACHING (LEVEL 6)

TRANSLATION WORK EXPERIENCE (LEVEL 6)

INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SERVICE INTERPRETING

MEDIA, CULTURE AND LEARNING

CELEBRITY: FROM STARS TO INFLUENCERS

DIGITAL STORYTELLING

MAKING DIGITAL MEDIA

GLOBAL INTERCULTURAL LEADERSHIP

TECHNOLOGICAL TOOLS FOR SUBTITLING AND DUBBING (LEVEL 6)

DISSERTATION IN MEDIA, LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES

SCREENING CRISIS: FILM, MEDIA AND SOCIAL CHANGE

CRISIS, CULTURE, AND CLICKS ¿ NAVIGATING PUBLIC RELATIONS IN A DIGITAL WORLD

Teaching and Learning, and Assessment

Teaching and Learning

Across the degree, you begin by building core academic and language skills through interactive seminars, oral classes, workshops, independent study and groupwork in year one.

In year two, you’ll move into smaller, more specialised classes where you balance theory and practice while strengthening research, writing, teamwork and presentation abilities.

In year three, you spend a transformative year abroad, developing your language proficiency in real‑world contexts and gaining the confidence to live, study or work independently in another culture.

In your final year, you tailor your learning through advanced modules. Through case studies, practical projects and extended essays, and with opportunities to work with local or international organisations, you’ll build essential skills for your career. You’ll also have the option to produce an independent dissertation under expert supervision.

Assessment

In your first year, you’re assessed through language tests, a translation essay, group projects and written and spoken coursework to ensure you build strong foundational skills in language, translation and intercultural communication for progression.

In year two, assessments diversify depending on your module choices and may include written and oral language tasks, essays, reports, presentations, group projects or subtitling video clips to professional standards.

During your year abroad in year three, you complete a compulsory module designed to support your academic and personal development while overseas.

In your final year, you engage with a wide range of advanced assessments, such as specialised translations, authentic translation briefs, interpreting in the booth and creating digital media content. There’ll be an option to complete a supervised dissertation, all designed to refine your expertise and prepare you for your future.

Entry Requirements

UKInternational

This course is open to

UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.

We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.

You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.

Language Entry Levels

You can start this course from beginner's level, from post-GCSE level or equivalent, as well as from A-Level or equivalent - the course is tailored to meet your level.

Native and Near-native Speakers

Native or near-native speakers can also apply for the French and/or Spanish degree programmes, but please note that the programme followed will be different from the one advertised. It is not possible to undertake a Japanese degree if you are a native or near-native speaker of Japanese.

English and Mathematics

All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade C or grade 4

In place of Mathematics GCSE we can also consider Functional Skills Level 2 Mathematics.

We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies page.

Contextual Offers

UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes(opens in a new window).

Typical UK Entry Requirements

A levels

Contextual offer: BBC

Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM

Contextual offer: DMM

BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers.

Combinations of BTEC and A levels

Access to HE Diploma

Access to Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3.

Contextual offer: Access to Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and pass in 15 credits at Level 3.

T levels

Obtain an overall Merit.

Foundation Year options:

If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year programmes such as - BA Modern Language with a Foundation Year(opens in a new window)

Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements

International Baccalaureate

32 points overall

Irish Leaving Certificate

3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3

Scottish Highers

AAABB or above.

A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.

Scottish Advanced Highers

BCC or above.

Deferred Entry

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.

Admissions Policy

Our Admissions Policy(opens in a new window) applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.

Progression

Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement, or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.

Typical International Entry Requirements

We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students(opens in a new window).

UEA International Study Centre

If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, UEA International Study Centre(opens in a new window) offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree.

English Foreign Language

Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):

IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)

We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies(opens in a new window) for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.

Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.

If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, UEA International Study Centre offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:

English language at UEA International Study Centre(opens in a new window)

Book a visit to discover more

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2027/28 are:

UK Students: £10,050

International Students: £24,250

We estimate living expenses at £1,171 per month.

Further Information on tuition fees can be found here(opens in a new window).

Scholarships and Bursaries

We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships(opens in a new window) for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.

Course Related Costs

Please see Additional Course Fees(opens in a new window) for details of course-related costs.

How to Apply

Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.

UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.

Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started. (opens in a new window)

Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.

The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.

View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information:

How to apply through UCAS(opens in a new window)

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