A Master's degree in Applied Linguistics with a specialization in Specialized Translation comprises 90 ECTS credits and is completed within three semesters of full-time study. A part-time Master's degree in Specialized Translation is possible and takes 4 or 6 semesters, depending on the part-time model. However, prospective students who wish to become specialist translators should be very flexible, as fixed days on which they can work cannot necessarily be guaranteed.

The following languages can be taken as a native language (A language) or as an active or passive foreign language(s) (B or C language) in the Master's degree in Applied Linguistics with a specialization in Specialized Translation:

• German
• Italian
• Spanish
• French
• English

The Universities of Applied Sciences provide information about other possible study languages directly.

No, the Master's in Applied Linguistics with a specialization in Specialized Translation can only be started in the spring semester.

Applicants for the Master's degree in Applied Linguistics with a specialization in Specialized Translation must have a recognized Bachelor's degree and pass an entrance examination focused on specialized translation. In addition, English language skills of at least level C1 and German language skills of at least level C2 (for non-native German speakers) are required. If all of these requirements are met, there is nothing standing in the way of training as a specialist translator.