Q&A: Should You Get a Masters Degree in Languages?

Today on the show, I'll share a few tips and considerations about studying languages at university. Plus: My own story of doing Translation Studies at the University of Manchester.

Chenelle asks:

I wanted to know did you only get your bachelors degree or did you actually go and get a masters degree and languages?

Listen to get the full details of my tips.

At postgrad level, you tend to go either into research or applied mode. Most specialised ones

• Applied Linguistics / Linguistics
• Intercultural Communication
• Translation and Interpreting
• Teaching

And then it specialises more and more

Tips for Choosing a Masters

• Consider practical experience vs research
• Consider options of FT, PT, distance
• Ensure the qualification allows you to pursue the career you want
• Consider fees and scholarships, visas, cost of living
• Consider your university's reputation, but remember a bad result from a great university can be worse than an amazing result from a less famous university
• Rankings: Ensure the ranking reflects what you care about

• MA Translation and Interpreting Studies (2018 entry) | The University of Manchester
• PGCE | Prospects.ac.uk
• Common Qualifications for English Language Teachers
• British undergraduate degree classification - Wikipedia
• What is Research? - Definition, Purpose & Typical Researchers - Video & Lesson Transcript | Study.com