Wycliffe UK / Redcliffe College

Programme Detail: The Translation Course

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource The Translation Course
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number ETD-TRA
Description Starting with a sound theoretical base, this course equips students with an understanding of the translation process and a step by step approach to getting it done.
Keywords Translation Translation software communication Bible Translation
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available United Kingdom / South East
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / Biblical Languages; Mission and Evangelism / Language Learning Methods; Mission and Evangelism / Ministry to Non-Literate People; Mission and Evangelism / Bible Translation
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Masters
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
Actual Cost GBP700
Bursaries/scholarships available No
Actual Length 4 weeks
Average hours of study per week 40
Methods of instruction taught classes and seminars, including interactive discussion; individual attention and tutoring.
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 50%
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 40%
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). 10%
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 10
Prerequisite Programmes Meaning and Communication course
Other Prerequisites IELTS level 6.0 (English language fluency)
Qualifications gained
Qualifications this programme is part of MA Field Linguistics
Programme Accredited by Other Accreditation (see below)
Other Accrediting Bodies University of Gloucestershire