About MA (hons) Modern Languages (interpreting And Translating) in Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh

We are ranked 2nd for German, 2nd for Iberian Languages and 3rd for French in Scotland by the Complete University Guide 2022.

MA (Hons) Modern Languages (Interpreting and Translating) allows you to study two languages to degree level and spend a year abroad on placement with two of Heriot-Watt University's partner universities, immersed in your studied languages and cultures.

Entry requirements

• Year 1

  Standard entry requirements

• Highers AABB (A in main language)
• A-Levels BBC - ABB (B in main language)
• Int. Baccalaureate 30 points (HL 5 in main language)
• BTEC DDM 
• HNC B in graded unit 
• HND BB

• Minimum entry requirements*

• Highers BBBC (B in main Language)
• A-Levels BCC (B in main Language)

• * Minimum: under our Fair Access Policy, we will relax our standard entry requirements for some Scottish students depending on their circumstances. Our minimum requirements will apply if you:

• live in an area within the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation lowest 20% (SIMD20), or
• are care experienced.

• We can also make exceptions for some Scottish students with grades above minimum but below standard. Read more about our Minimum and standard entry requirements

  Year 2

  Our language degrees include a compulsory year abroad at Level 3 so the normal entry route for all languages courses is to Year 1 for a four-year honours course. However, candidates with outstanding Advanced Highers or A-Level results may be considered on an individual basis. 

• A-Level: ABB with A in main language
• Advanced Higher: BB with B in main Language and AABB at Higher

• Year 3

  As our languages courses include a compulsory year abroad at Level 3, the normal entry route for all languages courses is to Year 1 of a four-year honours course. However, candidates with outstanding Advanced Highers or A-Level results may be considered on an individual basis.

Heriot-Watt University Highlights

Heriot-Watt University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

International students applying through UCAS can find their exact tuition expenses by submitting the Fee Status Enquiry form. The cost of living will be determined by the course opted as well as the applicant's nationality. Edinburgh has a comparatively lower cost than other UK cities. Estimate cost of living on and off-campus for UK Campuses is tabulated below: 

Living in a rented flat may vary according to the type of accommodation and facilities being availed. The estimated monthly cost including food and travel is £923.