Translation Studies: German Language and Culture in combination
Translation Studies: German Language and Culture in combination
Graduate Profile: The graduates possess advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in various fields of translation and interpreting, enabling them to analyse linguistic, cultural, and social systems. They exhibit effective oral and written communication skills across diverse linguistic forms, encompassing artistic, professional, and journalistic domains. Furthermore, they excel in transferring various text types while preserving their linguistic, cultural, communicative, formal, or technological attributes. The graduates are well-versed in all interpretation techniques, including consecutive and simultaneous interpretation, chuchotage, and sight translation. They showcase a high level of language proficiency in both their mother tongue and foreign language(s) (C2), coupled with proficient translation and interpreting abilities. Additionally, they are adept at utilising relevant communication and IT technologies, as well as translation tools and software. The graduates possess a solid understanding of the legal, ethical, and economic dimensions of translation.
Graduate Employment: Gaining extensive knowledge in translation and interpreting studies, coupled with the honing of translation and interpreting skills and a deep understanding of the cultural and historical context of specific language areas, such as the Slovak language, is crucial for achieving excellence in professional practice. The graduates who possess these competencies are well-prepared to embark on careers as translators and interpreters, playing a pivotal role in facilitating effective communication across various sectors, including the economy, science, technology, culture, judiciary, state administration, international institutions, and diplomacy.
