Master of Arts (Interpretation)
- Field Of Study:
- Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
- Level Of Study:
- Postgraduate
- Course Subject:
- Course Intake:
Programme Description
The Master of Arts (Interpretation) aims to equip graduate students with the skills necessary for performing interpretation. The programme aims at providing proficient bilinguals with the linguistic, technical and professional skills to work as interpreters. The programme also includes investigation of the nature of the process of interpretation and the promotion of awareness of issues relating to the profession and to the training of interpreters.
Research Thrust Areas:
Interpretation
- Spontaneous Interpretation and Consecutive Interpretation
Malay Language and English Language
- Linguistic Theory
- Sociolinguistics
- Applied Linguistics
- Discourse Analysis
- English Language Skills
- Syllabus Design and Materials Development
- Testing and Evaluation
- History and Bahasa Malaysia
- Terminology
- Lexicography and Lexicology
- Stylistics, Reading and Text Interpretation
- English Language Studies
- Literature
- Literacy Studies and Practices
Admission Requirements
MA
- A good Bachelor’s degree (CGPA ≥ 3.00/4) in related areas.
- Degrees awarded by local private institutions of higher learning including those awarded under any collaborative/franchising schemes with local or foreign partners must be accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
- Applicants with CGPA less than 3.0/4 (CGPA ≥ 2.75/4), who have related work experience and publications may be considered.
Language Requirement
(Applicable for International Applicants Only)
- A minimum score of 550 in Paper- based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language); or
- A minimum score of 213 in Computer-based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) ; or
- A minimum score of 80 in Internet-based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) ; or
- A minimum score of band 6.0 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
- Passed USM’s Intensive English Course Level III, or;
- Other English Language qualifications equivalent to the above. Results must be attached with the application form.
Duration
MA
- Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters
- Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 12 semesters
Source : Universiti Sains Malaysia
