Master of Arts Program in Translation and Interpretation: Interpretation
(Revised Curriculum) Year 2018
Total credits: 36
Study plans: Students can choose either Plan A or Plan B according to their preferences and aptitudes.
Class time: Saturday and Sunday
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Plan B (Interpretation) |
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Course work: |
Credits |
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Core courses |
30 |
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Electives |
3 |
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Individual Study |
3 |
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Comprehensive Examination |
– |
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Total credits |
36 |
- Courses for Master of Arts Program in Translation and Interpretation: Interpretation
Core courses:
2241641 Consecutive Interpretation from a Foreign Language into Thai I
Principles, process as and practice of consecutive interpretation of general negotiation, interviews and speeches on general topics from a foreign language into Thai; problem analysis and solution.
2241642 Consecutive Interpretation from a Foreign Language into Thai II
Practice of consecutive interpretation for formal negotiations on specialized topics of complex content from a foreign language into Thai; problems analysis and solution.
2241643 Consecutive Interpretation from Thai into a Foreign Language
Principles, processes and practice of consecutive interpretation of general negotiation, interviews and speeches on general topics from Thai into a foreign language; problem analysis and solution.
2241644 Simultaneous Interpretation from a Foreign Language into Thai
Principles, processes and practice of simultaneous interpretation from a foreign language into Thai; problems analysis and solution.
2241645 Simultaneous Interpretation from Thai into a Foreign Language
Principles, processes and practice of simultaneous interpretation from Thai into a foreign language; problem analysis and solution.
2241661 Discourse Analysis for Interpretation
Basic concepts, theories, and methodology in discourse analysis; application to interpretation; practice in the analysis and interpreting of oral discourse in different situation.
2241663 Sight Translation
Principles, processes and practice of sight translation; problem analysis and solution.
2241664 Conference Interpretation
Practice of various interpreting techniques in various types of mock conference situations; practice in the assessment of the quality of a conference interpreter’s work.
2241665 Seminar in Interpretation
Discussion, analysis and criticism of selected interpretation works; theoretical and methodological viewpoints; current issues of interest in interpretation studies.
2241666 Simultaneous Interpretation from a Foreign Language into Thai II
Practice in simultaneous interpretation on specialized topics of complex content from a foreign language into Thai; problem analysis and problem solving.
- Courses for Master of Arts Program in Translation and Interpretation: Interpretation
Elective courses:
Students of both plans are required to choose 3 credits from:
2241662 Public Speaking Techniques for Interpreters
Basic principles of public speaking; application to consecutive and simultaneous interpretation; practice of public speaking techniques for interpreters.
2241667 Multi-disciplinary experiences and practices of linguistic communication
Principles and practices of linguistic communication; language, terminologies and concepts used to communicate about the principles of various disciplines.
2241711 Special Research
2241811 Thesis
2241896 Comprehensive Examination
Education system
The program uses the credit system. There are two semesters in an academic year – the first and the second semesters. Courses are taught on Saturday and Sunday.
Program duration
Students should spend no less than 4 semesters but not exceeding 8 semesters from the first semester they are admitted to the program. Students must register no less than 9 credits but not exceeding 15 credits in each semester.
Evaluation and graduation
For coursework, students are graded as follows: A, B+, B, C+, C, D+, D, F. Individual study or thesis will be evaluated with Very good, Good, Pass, and Fail.
Qualifications of applicants
- BA or equivalent degrees in any field, with a very good command of Thai and English.
- Other qualifications in accordance with the regulations of the Graduate School, to be announced on an annual basis, or as approved by the MA Program in Translation and Interpretation Committee.
Admission date
Admission date in accordance with the regulations of the Graduate School, to be announced on an annual basis.
Required documents
- Application form
- Photocopy of Bachelor’s Degree transcript
- Photocopy of identification card or government officer card
- Photography of house certificate
- 2 photographs (1”)
- One of the following English proficiency test scores:
– Interpretation: CU-TEP with a minimum score of 91 or TOEFL (Internet-based) with a minimum score of 93 or IELTS with a minimum score of 7.0
Tuition fees
Master of Arts Program in Translation and Interpretation: Interpretation
| Tuition | 25,500 (Thai student)
88,700 (Non-Thai student) |
Baht/semester |
| Fees | 89,000 | Baht/semester |
| Total | 114,500 (Thai student)
177,700 (Non-Thai student) |
Baht/semester |