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Are you curious about Japan? Would you like to know more about its place in the world and its cultural identity? Whether you are already familiar with some aspects of Japanese culture or not, the MA in...Read more
This MA embeds a graduate introduction to social science philosophies and methods in the study of North Korea, one of the least well understood countries on the planet. It is founded on the development...Read more
Research overview
Research circles
Our research is focused on a number of specialist research centres and more informal research circles. Our research culture is collaborative and democratic, drawing...Read more
Modern Languages offers the possibility to do a MPhil in Chinese Studies (three years full-time; six years part-time). The School has a long tradition of excellent postgraduate student support, and students...Read more
Overview
The MA Chinese Studies provides an exceptional opportunity to take advantage of the wide range of disciplinary approaches to the study of Chinese societies available at e main emphasis is on...Read more
An MPhil is an advanced postgraduate research degree that requires original research and the submission of a substantial dissertation of 60,000 to 100,000 words. At Birkbeck, you are initially registered...Read more
The programme offers an introduction to the fascinating and fast-changing dimensions of China today. It provides a broad grounding in Chinese society, politics and culture and is the only one-year Masters...Read more
The Chinese Studies MLitt contains taught and research elements. It is well suited as preparation for PhD research. We place a high emphasis on excellent supervision, researcher training and development. ...Read more
Why choose this course
Designed in collaboration with Dr Kevin Lin OBE, this unique course will train you to be ready for your first conference interpreter job upon graduation. Our MA has a strong practical...Read more
Translation with Business Interpreting (Chinese) MA
Equip yourself to work as a proficient Chinese-English translator and business interpreter on this masters course.
Our MA Translation with Business Interpreting (Chinese) is a highly competitive masters,...Read more
The Programme focuses on the study and research of the ancient religions, languages and great texts of China. Students will study the ‘ancient wisdom’ of China, which is of great cultural significance...Read more
Course overview
This MA allows you to study Chinese from beginners level. By the end of the course, youll be able to communicate effectively in Chinese, both orally and in writing, on topics familiar to you. ...Read more
MA in English-Chinese Interpreting with Translation
Interpreting is a highly-skilled profession, requiring academic training as well as extensive practice in relevant settings. This new MA programme is ideal for those looking to embark on careers as professional...Read more
Chinese-English Translation and Language Teaching, MA
COURSE OVERVIEW
The MA in Chinese-English Translation and Language is available if you are a first language Mandarin speaker from China, interested in an applied language career such as translating and...Read more
The course offers a global approach to the field of teaching languages. With our diverse and multilingual cohort, we adopt a strong intercultural approach that provides you with a challenging and valuable...Read more
Research overview
Staff in Modern Languages research a wide range of areas, including literature, linguistics, translation and film.
The ‘Centre for Translating Cultures’ provides a focal point for...Read more
Degree Profile
The MA Korean Studies (Literature Pathway) aims to:
provide extensive, critical knowledge of pre-modern and modern Korean literary traditions;
develop advanced competency in reading...Read more
The Japanese Studies MLitt comprises taught and research-based elements and is well suited as preparation for PhD research. We place a high emphasis on excellent supervision, researcher training and development. ...Read more
Equip yourself to work as a professional interpreter and/or translator on this highly respected masters, which can include a training opportunity.
Our MA Interpreting and Translating is designed to give...Read more
The Programme focuses on the study and research of the ancient religions, languages and great texts of China. Students will study the ‘ancient wisdom’ of China, which is of great cultural significance...Read more