University of Quebec Trois Rivieres: The University of Quebec Trois Rivieres (UQTR), located in Trois-Rivieres, Canada, is a multidisciplinary institution known for its quality education and research. UQTR offers a wide range of programs in arts, sciences, business, health, and engineering. The university emphasizes practical training, research collaborations, and community engagement to enhance the learning experience and contribute to regional development.

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The general objective of this program is to allow the acquisition of a working method adapted to the specificities of translation and to allow a reinforcement of knowledge, by proposing an approach which integrates linguistic and specialized knowledge, theoretical knowledge and technological tools. accessible to the translator. It also aims to make people think about translation as a process of intra and intercultural communication. Concentrations, profiles, pathways The cumulative master's program in translation is intended for students wishing to follow training in translation enabling them to obtain certification from the Order of Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters of Quebec (OTTIAQ). This online program combines the DESS in translation with three different paths whose courses meet OTTIAQ accreditation standards: Path 1 (Professional translation and initiation to research) of the combined master's degree in translation, entirely online, combines courses to deepen knowledge related to cultural communication and the translatological approach. The journey 2(Translation and cultural backgrounds) enables translators who are already members of the Order to acquire advanced skills in cultural communications. It is also intended for people working in cultural circles and wishing to deepen their knowledge in addition to receiving training in translation giving them access to the Order. Note that the three courses in this program are offered by real-time web conference. It should also be noted that students interested in this course should inquire with the Department concerned about the examination methods (online, face-to-face or remotely). The journey 3(Translation and thematic knowledge) consists of two courses belonging to the same field. This path therefore offers the possibility of acquiring, within the framework of cumulative mastery, thematic knowledge by taking online courses at UQTR, in another university or to promote knowledge already acquired in a field other than that of translation (see the terms and conditions in the Specific Academic Regulations) . This path is intended primarily for candidates who are interested in one of the following specialty areas: Arts and literature, environment; Right; Economics and Finance; Management and Administration; Computer science; Education; Policy; Biology and Health Sciences; Pure sciences (mathematics, physics, chemistry, etc.); Technology (engineering, transport, architecture, etc.); Sports; Tourism and recreation; Social science. Note: This cumulative master's program meets the accreditation standards of the Order of Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters of Quebec (OTTIAQ) and gives access to the title of certified translator. Show less

STRUCTURE OF THE PROGRAM

The student must complete the DESS program in translation (1717) , as well as the courses relating to the course chosen.

The courses offered in the different streams (optional courses) can be taken via admission to program 9117 Complementary thematic training in translation .

Course TRA6026 (compulsory course) can be taken via admission to program 0914 Complementary courses required for obtaining the diploma (2nd cycle) .

Path 1 – Professional translation and initiation to research. To obtain the master's degree by accumulation, the student must take the following courses:

Compulsory courses (6 credits)
TRA6026 Directed work in translation or terminology (6 credits)

Optional courses 1 - (one course among the following courses) (3 credits)
TRA6030 Mentoring (3 credits)
TRA6021 Introduction to interpretation (3 credits)

Optional courses 2 - (2 courses from the following courses) (6 credits)
TRA6028 Corpus Translation Studies (3 credits)
TRA6010 Theoretical Currents in Translation Studies (3 credits)
COM6020 Culture, communication and audiences (3 credits)

Path 2 – Translation and cultural backgrounds. The student must take the following courses:

Compulsory courses (6 credits)
TRA6026 Directed work in translation or terminology (6 credits)

Optional courses 1 - (6 credits)
The student follows two courses of the short program 0530 (6 credits)

Optional courses 2 - (one course among the following courses) (3 credits)
TRA6030 Mentoring (3 credits)
TRA6021 Introduction to interpretation (3 credits)

Path 3 – Translation and thematic knowledge. The student will take the following courses:

Compulsory courses (6 credits)
TRA6026 Directed work in translation or terminology (6 credits)

Optional courses 1 - (6 credits)
The student takes two courses of the short program 9117 (6 credits)

Optional courses 2 - (one course among the following courses) (3 credits)
TRA6030 Mentoring (3 credits)
TRA6021 Introduction to interpretation (3 credits)

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You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it

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