Translation Master's programs in Canada and the US Thread poster: javitxu
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Hi there,
I am currently analyzing the possibility of going to either the States or Canada to study a Masters degree in Translation next year and would appreciate some advice as to the best programs available.
I have been doing some research and it seems that in Canada there are more possibilities on this field, is this correct?
In the States, I've heard that the only program that it's actually worth is the one in Monterrey.
Anybody who could m... See more Hi there,
I am currently analyzing the possibility of going to either the States or Canada to study a Masters degree in Translation next year and would appreciate some advice as to the best programs available.
I have been doing some research and it seems that in Canada there are more possibilities on this field, is this correct?
In the States, I've heard that the only program that it's actually worth is the one in Monterrey.
Anybody who could me some info?
Thanks in advance,
Javi ▲ Collapse
| | | | | Not sure there's much Spanish | Nov 27, 2008 |
Hi Javi,
I don't know very much about the Master's programs here in Canada, except that, as far as I know, they're all focused on EN-FR-EN. Some of them have a Spanish component (U. of Ottawa comes to mind), but I think it's quite limited.
I'm sure someone else here can tell you more.
Damon
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| SPA/ENG Master's | Nov 27, 2008 |
Hi there,
To my kowledge, the Master's in Spanish Translation at Ottawa U. has been suspended for a year or two. Glendon College at York University has a certificate program in English-Spanish translation, and that's about it. In the U.S., I think there is a program at Monterrey, if I am not mistaken. The main focus here is FR/EN/FR.
My advice is your best bet would be the U.S. for this language combination, not Canada.
Suerte!
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Thanks to both of you for your replies!
You are probably right, it seems more logical to have a ES/EN language combination in California than in Canada
My third language is French, but I am not sure my level is high enough to enter a EN/FR program. Does anybody know what is the level required for Universities in Canada? (I mean, for example, do you have to do translation into French too or only to French)... See more Thanks to both of you for your replies!
You are probably right, it seems more logical to have a ES/EN language combination in California than in Canada
My third language is French, but I am not sure my level is high enough to enter a EN/FR program. Does anybody know what is the level required for Universities in Canada? (I mean, for example, do you have to do translation into French too or only to French)
Thanks!
Javi ▲ Collapse
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Hi Javi,
As I'm sure you know, most translation programs are aimed in one direction or another. The programs at francophone universities focus on producing EN>FR translators (which by the way represents about 80% of the market in Canada). You need to be able to write at the level of an educated native speaker to get in (or that's the theory at least).
Regards,
Damon
| | | | | Glendon, York, UoToronto, Binghampton | Dec 16, 2008 |
The Certificate in Spanish-English translation from Glendon/York doesn't require French, and takes 2 years to complete. All the modules are compulsory. You can find out more here: http://www.glendon.yorku.ca/spcert-en/more.html
The MA Translation from York does, however, require French, as does the MA that the University fo Ottawa offer. If I remember correctly, in both cases ... See more The Certificate in Spanish-English translation from Glendon/York doesn't require French, and takes 2 years to complete. All the modules are compulsory. You can find out more here: http://www.glendon.yorku.ca/spcert-en/more.html
The MA Translation from York does, however, require French, as does the MA that the University fo Ottawa offer. If I remember correctly, in both cases you'll be expected to have a high proficiency.
The U of Toronto does a distance course English>Spanish; I'm still trying to find out if it can be done in the other direction but it doesn't look like it.
Let me know how you get on; I've been looking for Masters courses as well but without French the options are limited. I'm only able to tell you things I've found out durng my own research, and have no personal experience.
Mim
.p.s. If you've thought about moving to that geographical area but can't find a good course in Canada, you could try Binghamton (part of SUNY) in the States but near Canada; they offer a certificate in translation which you can tailor to your interests to some extent and which lasts a year. The website can be found by searching for TRIP Binghamton on Google. ▲ Collapse
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