Linguistic Mediation and Translation
Master’s degree study programme
Programme information
Curriculum (SLO)
Introductory brochure (SLO)
Study presentation
The Language Mediation and Translation study programme is an extension of the first-level study programmes in language mediation, linguistics and the study of individual languages, as well as a continuation of the first-level social sciences and humanities programmes for students with a suitable linguistic background who wish to pursue a career in translation. In the two-year programme, students acquire the relevant linguistic and translation knowledge by studying the theoretical and methodological concepts of translation. On completion of their studies, they obtain the professional title of Master of Translation.
Students can choose between two language modules: English-French and English-Italian. The programme consists of four semesters (two academic years) and, in addition to the core subjects, students can also choose from the following subject-specific translation modules: Translation of Legal Texts, Translation of Social Sciences, Humanities and Fiction, and Translation of Business Texts. In the second year, students undertake a study placement in the field of translation.
In the course of their studies, students study in more detail the linguistic and cultural specificities of languages and the tools for modern translation and language mediation processes. They acquire skills in written and oral communication, knowledge of language, intercultural contact, translation theories and practice, and the status and activity of translation. Students learn the theories of translation as a basis for a professional approach to translation and the dilemmas it poses, the use of reference sources and tools to assist the translator in his/her work, and specific techniques and skills for information retrieval (from book and electronic sources to consultation of experts). They are able to present their professional findings in the form of publications and in international scholarly periodicals and professional works.
Programme information
Title and Level of Qualification
Duration and ECTS
Modules
Admission Requirements
Available enrolment places
Enrolment in a higher year of study
Employment opportunities
Master of Translation (M.A.)
8 (SQF), 7 (EQF), second level
2 years, 120 ECTS
The following modules are open for the academic year 2025/2026:
Slovenian – English – Italian
Slovenian – English – French
Slovenian – English
Applicants choose their course of study when they apply.
Admission to the first year of study shall be granted to the candidates who have completed:
a) a first cycle study programme in the field of linguistics, linguistic and cultural mediation in translation;
b) a first cycle study programme in other fields of study, provided that a candidates demonstrates appropriate language skills with publicly valid document or on the basis of a successfully conducted interview and has completed all the study obligations relevant for further study prior to enrolment. Study obligations carrying up to 60 ECTS are defined by the competent Faculty Commission based on the individual application, taking into account candidate’s previous study field. The candidate can fulfil the study obligations within the first cycle of studies, within continuing professional development courses, or any other type of formal education and/or exams. Candidate must fulfil the study obligations prior to enrolment into the master’s study programme;
c) a four-year academic study programme or specialist study programme after completing higher professional study programme (study programmes, adopted before 11 June 2004) in other fields of study, provided that the candidate demonstrates appropriate language skills with publicly valid document or on the basis of a successfully conducted interview and has completed all the study obligations relevant for further study prior to enrolment. Study obligations carrying up to 60 ECTS are defined by the relevant Faculty Commission based on documentation, provided by the candidate and taking into consideration the type of studies previously completed. The candidate can fulfil the obligations within the first cycle of studies, within continuing professional development courses, or any other type of formal education and/or exams.Candidate must fulfil the obligations prior to enrolment into the master’s study programme;
d) a comparable education abroad and have been, in the process of recognition of their qualification and in accordance with Assessment and Recognition of Education Act, legally granted the right to continue their studies in the study programme.
In case of enrolment limitation the candidates are selected according to their average grade obtained in the first cycle / undergraduate studies.
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Linguistic Mediation and Translation |
1st Year |
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Koper |
Full-time |
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Citizens of the Republic of Slovenia and citizens of the European Union Member States |
20 |
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Slovenians without Slovenian citizenship |
1 |
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Citizens of Western Balkans countries, with which the Republic of Slovenia has a bilateral agreement in the field of education (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia) |
1 |
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Citizens of other non-EU countries |
1 |
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Parallel studies |
1 |
The study programme will be delivered if at least 5 students are enrolled in the 1st year.
Enrolment in a higher year of study (according to the criteria for transferring between study programmes and conditions for accelerated advancement)
Transferring between study programmes is possible according to the Higher Education Act, Criteria for transferring between study programmes and other regulations of this field.
Transfer between study programmes is the enrolment in the higher year of the study programme, in case of leaving the studies in the first (initial) study programme and continuation of studies in another study programme of the same degree. The transition takes into account the comparability of the study programmes and the completed study obligations of the candidate in the initial study programme. The transition between study programmes is also enrolment of the graduate in the higher year study programme of the same degree.
Transferring between study programmes is granted to candidates, provided that the following conditions are met:
- the candidate fulfils the admission requirements for the study programme;
- the Senate of the Faculty or the competent Faculty Commission estimates that the candidate can be recognized for at least half of the ECTS credit points obligations from the previous study programme, which relate to the compulsory subjects of the study programme to which the candidate is transferring;
- the completion of the initial study programme which the candidate is transferring from ensures the acquisition of comparable competencies as those envisaged by the study programme.
Enrolment is also open to candidates of a comparable study programme abroad who have been, in the process of recognition of their previous studies (in accordance with Assessment and Recognition of Education Act), legally granted the right to continue their studies in the study programme.
Applications for transferring between study programmes are considered by the relevant Commission. In accordance with the Criteria for transferring between study programmes the Commission takes into account the comparability between study programmes and study obligations the candidate has completed in the previous study programme, that can be recognized in this study programme. The candidate may also be required to complete differential exams as defined by the relevant Faculty Commission.
In case of enrolment limitation the candidates are selected according to average grade obtained during the study programme they are transferring from. Candidates can apply for recognition of passed examinations during previous education on the basis of the submission of the subject curriculum. The decision on the recognition of examinations on the proposal of the department is made by the Senate of the Faculty or the competent Faculty Commission.
Enrolment places
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Linguistic Mediation and Translation |
2nd Year |
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Koper |
Full-time |
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Citizens of the Republic of Slovenia and citizens of the European Union Member States |
Places are limited by the number of enrolment places for 1st year of study in the previous academic year |
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Slovenians without Slovenian citizenship and citizens of non-European Union countries |
Places are limited by the number of enrolment places for 1st year of study in the previous academic year |
Graduates are qualified to work in both economic and non-economic environments, particularly in positions where they can apply their linguistic and linguistic-analytical knowledge, broad general awareness, and understanding of social and cultural issues, phenomena, and processes at the local, national, and international levels, including in internationally oriented workplaces. The acquired competences enable graduates to find employment as translators, interpreters, proofreaders, journalists, and linguists with a broad professional profile.