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Branch of knowledge

Arts and humanities

Campus

Vigo Campus

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ECTS credits

240

Years

4

Places

120

Cut-off mark

5.356 (Ext.) (1)

Tuition fees

591.00 € (2)(3)

(1) Ord: ordinary call, Ext: extraordinary call. Cut-off mark for the 2026/2027 academic year
(2) Tuition fees for the ECTS credits of the first year. Other fees not included
(3) Discount equivalent to 99% of the tuition fees for first-time enrolment, under a decree of the Xunta de Galicia

 

Description

The basic aim of this degree is to train translation and interpreting professionals capable of identifying and applying high-quality tools and strategies for cultural and linguistic mediation, as well as preparing them for future specialisation. Students will choose from three options: English-Spanish, French-Spanish and English-Galician. Whichever option is chosen, a second foreign language (English, French, German or Portuguese) will also be studied.

Specialisations

  • Spanish-English (60 places / cut-off mark: 5.356 (extraordinary call))
  • Spanish-French (40 places / cut-off mark: 5.122 (extraordinary call))
  • Galician-English (20 places / cut-off mark: 6.208 (extraordinary call))

Applicant profile

Students interested in oral communication in all its forms and linguistic varieties, as well as in literature and texts in general. A good command of the native languages and good oral and written comprehension skills are recommended.

Access and admission

  • Baccalaureate with the university entrance exam (PAU) passed
  • Higher vocational training qualifications
  • Entrance exam for people over 25 or over 45
  • Previous university degree

Career opportunities

  • Translation
  • Teaching
  • Bilingual secretarial work
  • International sales
  • Public relations
  • Marketing
  • Administration