Research in Translation and Interpreting

PGR-RA-61

Expertise of research area
arabic islamic and middle eastern studies; classics; east asian studies; french; german; italian; linguistics and phonetics; russian; slavonic studies; spanish portuguese and latin american studies; translation studies; world cinema

<h2 class="heading hide-accessible">Summary</h2>

You will undertake original research under the supervision of experts from the Centre for Translation Studies and the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies.

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<p>You will undertake research training offered by the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies and the University.</p> <p>You will write a thesis which is examined by viva at the end of your period of study.</p> <p>Full-time and part-time study is available in translation and interpreting. </p> <p>When completing the online application for study please select Languages, Cultures and Societies as the programme for all subject areas offered by the School. Individual subject areas are not listed.</p> <p><strong>PhD by Distance Learning</strong></p> <p>The School of Languages, Cultures and Societies offers <a href="http://ahc.leeds.ac.uk/languages-research-degrees">PhD by Distance Learning</a>, for further information contact <a href="mailto:P.K.Sinha@leeds.ac.uk?subject=PhD%20by%20Distance%20Learning">Dr Pammi Sinha</a>, Head of the Graduate School.</p>

<h2 class="heading">How to apply</h2>

<p>Formal applications for research degree study should be made <a href="http://www.leeds.ac.uk/info/130206/applying/91/applying_for_research_degrees">online</a>. Please state clearly the research area you are interested in.</p> <p>If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence that you meet the University's minimum English language requirements.</p> <p><em>As an international research-intensive university, we welcome students from all walks of life and from across the world. We foster an inclusive environment where all can flourish and prosper, and we are proud of our strong commitment to student education. Across all Faculties we are dedicated to diversifying our community and we welcome the unique contributions that individuals can bring, and particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, people who belong to a minority ethnic community, people who identify as LGBT+ and people with disabilities. Applicants will always be selected based on merit and ability.</em></p>

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<p>For further information on applying to the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies, please <a href="mailto:ahcpgradmissions@leeds.ac.uk">email our admissions team at ahcpgradmissions@leeds.ac.uk</a></p>

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