Translation and Adaptation Studies

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  • University/Institute Name Queen Mary University of London
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration1 year
  • Application deadlineSep 2026

Position Details (Master's)

The Translation and Adaptation Studies degree at Queen Mary University of London offers a comprehensive program for students to explore a broad range of theories and practices. 

Its combined focus on translation and adaptation – unique within the UK – widens the scope of Translation Studies to address movement not only between languages but also between different media.

What you'll study

The Translation and Adaptation Studies degree at Queen Mary University of London offers a comprehensive program and its combined focus on translation and adaptation – unique within the UK – widens the scope of Translation Studies to address movement not only between languages but also between different media, creating an opportunity for innovative work within these fields. It is also a thoroughly global program: the teaching staff, which includes prizewinning translators, offer expertise in theories and practices of translation from all over the world, including China and the Middle East, and linguistic expertise in Arabic and Chinese as well as Catalan, French, Spanish, German, Russian, and Portuguese. Depending on staff availability, we may additionally offer linguistic expertise in Hindi and Urdu.

Courses include:
  • Adaptation in Theory and Practice
  • Practical Translation Skills
  • Screenwriting: Prose to Film
  • Translation and Adaptation Studies Dissertation

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

Position Start Date

Sep 2026