Master’s Degree in Specialised Translation

The Master's Degree in Specialised Translation is a two-year course of the University of Naples "L'Orientale". It integrates theoretical courses and practical workshops, with a focus on technical, scientific, economic and cultural translation. It includes digital and computational technologies applied to translation, training internships and seminar activities. Specialised translation requires knowledge of languages and of the languages of different sectors. The course covers technical, scientific, economic and cultural translation, and includes digital and computational technologies, now an integral part of the translator's work, from computer-assisted translation software to language resources.

The course is full-time and in person in Naples. The language of delivery is not specified. Credits, price, start date and detailed programme are not stated. The page cites a placement score of 6.0 out of 10. The page indicates an alternation of theoretical courses and practical workshops, with seminars and training internships. It does not specify which languages are available, or the language of delivery, and does not state the credits. The placement score of 6.0 out of 10, cited by the portal, is a generic indicator and should be interpreted with caution.

The aim is to train highly specialised translators and language consultants, who work in the public, private and European sectors and at translation agencies. The career opportunities include the public sector, private companies, European institutions, translation agencies and publishing houses. The career opportunities include the public sector, private companies, European institutions, translation agencies and publishing houses. The course trains highly specialised translators and language consultants. Admission requires a three- or four-year degree in Languages, or an equivalent qualification, and good knowledge of the chosen languages and of written Italian. Before applying it is advisable to compare this information with that published on the university's official website, which may be more up to date than the page. It is also advisable to contact the department's teaching office to clarify any doubts about attendance, lesson calendar, assessment methods and organisation of the final exam. Those who work should carefully assess the commitment required, in terms of weekly hours and attendance, to understand whether the programme is compatible with other professional or personal commitments. It may also be useful to ask whether information sessions or orientation days are held, in which lecturers present the course and answer candidates' questions. Finally, it is advisable to check the application deadlines and the documents to attach, because enrolment deadlines may be short and vary from one academic year to the next.