MSc Sign Language Interpreting (EUMASLI): Fees & Entry Requirements at Heriot-Watt University, UK

MSc Sign Language Interpreting (EUMASLI)

UK

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What will I learn?

Our innovative international MSc Sign Language Interpreting (EUMASLI) programme is intended to contribute to the development of the professional field of interpreting between deaf and hearing people in Europe.Our innovative international MSc Sign Language Interpreting (EUMASLI) programme is intended to contribute to the development of the professional field of interpreting between deaf and hearing people in Europe. This master’s degree will prepare you to participate in research, development and management functions in your respective country. Our programme’s strength lies in its international outlook and its collaborative spirit. Organised and delivered by Magdeburg-Stendal University of Applied Sciences (Germany), Humak University of Applied Sciences (Finland) and Heriot-Watt University (Scotland), the programme brings together teachers and students from around the world in a joint effort to move the field of sign language interpreting forward. It affords scope for individual development and encourages cooperation across geographical, cultural and conceptual borders. Over the study period of two and a half years, you’ll travel to participate in block seminars at all partner universities and engage in online activities and self-study.This programme is only available part-time. This flexibility allows you to fit your postgraduate studies around your lifestyle.

Which department am I in?

Languages and Intercultural Studies

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£10,936.00 (11,91,545) per year
Living on campus cost (monthly) from £865 to £1,163

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Heriot Watt University - Edinburgh Campus

Riccarton, Edinburgh,

Edinburgh,

Scotland,

EH14 4AS, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£10,936.00 (11,91,545) per year
Accommodation (Traditional en suite room) - £189.00 Per Week

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Heriot Watt University - Edinburgh Campus

Riccarton, Edinburgh,

Edinburgh,

Scotland,

EH14 4AS, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Year 1

  • First academic degree: preferably but not necessarily in sign language interpreting or related subjects.
  • Minimum of three year's work experience as a practising professional sign language interpreter by the time of admission to the programme.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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