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School of Modern Languages

Cardiff University boasts one of the largest and most dynamic modern languages schools in the UK.

Working as a translator today, and in the future

Reflections on the redesigned MA in Translation Studies and the future of translation by Dr Joseph Lambert.

Undergraduate

We offer an impressive range of degree courses for those with an active interest in language and culture.

Postgraduate taught

We offer a specialist master's programme in the theory and practice of translation.

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Research at the School of Modern Languages

Our research community of academics and scholars are committed to producing world-class research.

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International students

Find out how we support for our international students.

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Year abroad

Immerse yourself in another language and culture with a year abroad.

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"I strongly recommend Cardiff, not only because of the school’s reputation, but also the countless chances it provides to participate in cultural exchanges."

Guojiao Lis, MA Translation Studies

News

Hongkonger voices heard and explored

1 October 2026

A senior lecturer in Literatures and Visual Cultures recently shared findings from her research at an event for Hongkongers living in Wales.

An interdisciplinary retreat unites emerging researchers across the arts and humanities

22 July 2026

Interdisciplinary workshop explores translation as a creative practice

29 April 2026

Uptake of international languages at GCSE increases in Wales in “most significant rise for 15 years”

20 April 2026