Speciality: Translation
Faculty: Master Studies and Research Department
Study level: Graduate
Duration of studies: 4 semesters (2 years)
Availability of specialisation: Translation (English Language)
Availability of foundation year: N/A
Language(s) of instruction: Az
Qualification: Master in Translation / Interpreter (English Language)

Minimum requirements
The citizens of Azerbaijan must take part in the entrance examinations conducted by the State Examination Center (SEC) for admitting the University of Azerbaijan. International students may apply to the Azerbaijani University without taking part in the SEC exam. Admission of foreigners is based on the number of factors including the previous record of academic performance, applicant’s personal characteristics and etc.
Applicants for graduate programs of the Azerbaijan University are required the following documents to be sent via email or by post:
• Completed application form
• Copy of undergraduate diploma
• A copy of document proving the knowledge of English  such as IELTS,TOEFL (or an official letter stamped by the university conforming that English was the primary language of their study)
• CV (Curriculum Vitae)
• Copy of International Passport
• Two letters of reference
• Statement of Purpose (300-400 words)
All documents are to be submitted in English.
Candidates whose applications are accepted will be required to bring the original of the above mentioned documents upon visiting the Azerbaijan University. Successful applicants will be notified about the status of application via email.

Short description of the study programme
Master program in translation  mainly focused on the of translation skills from English into Azerbaijan and vice versa; development of literal and technical translation skills; inclusion of skills, such as working on publicistic - newspaper and journalistic texts; enhancing the vocabulary base of students; translation and interpretation of various kinds of texts development of ways of overcoming the difficulties arising during a translation process.Master program  in translation is designed to enhance the practical knowledge of translation as well as to conduct scientific research on the theoretical basis and to enhance analytical thinking in this sphere. Masters of translation can continue their academic or professional activities in  future by doing research on the types of translation or one of them, revealing different strategic approaches.

Fees
2000 azn

Contact
International Relations Office
Phone: (+99412) 431 41 12/ 13/16/17 (130), (+99455) 220 40 53
E-mail: international.office@au.edu.az