University of Southampton

Overview

The Translation Technology and Digital Communication – Pre-Master’s Programme (PMP) at the University of Southampton is designed to equip you with essential skills for postgraduate study. This programme enhances your academic English proficiency, research capabilities, and digital communication skills tailored for the UK academic environment.

Upon successful completion, you may qualify for guaranteed progression to select Master’s degrees offered at the University.

What you'll study

This pre-master’s programme spans two semesters and integrates academic English training with research methodologies and practical applications in translation technology and digital communication.

Modules include:

• Undergraduate Research Dissertation
• Academic English Language Development
• Research and Digital Literacy Skills
• Personal Development for Employability
• Working in Teams
• Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods

Progression through the programme:

• You'll engage in module assessments throughout the term, including both formative and summative evaluations.
• Research methods and digital literacy skills will be applied in structured academic tasks, culminating in a dissertation based on an undergraduate-level research project.

Entry requirements

To apply for this programme, you must have successfully completed a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.

There are no specific GRE, GMAT, or GPA requirements for this programme.

English language proficiency: An IELTS score of 5.0 (or equivalent), with no individual component below 5.0, is required for admission.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Translation Technology and Digital Communication Pre-Master’s Programme will be well-prepared for advanced studies and careers in fields such as translation, digital communication, and research. The skills and knowledge acquired will enhance employability in various sectors, including education, technology, and international communication.