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Languages and English Learning

Translation & Interpretation

Gain the necessary theoretical knowledge and technical skill set required to succeed in our Spanish/English translation and interpretation programs.

Translate your language skills into a career
Demand for qualified translators and interpreters is strong in California, with nearly 7 million people speaking limited English. Our Spanish/English certificate programs are designed for bilingual adults who may or may not already be working in the field of translation and interpretation. Our reputable and rigorous program offers high-level instruction and professional training to set you apart from the competition. Ready to enroll? Enroll online or call Student Services at 858-534-3400. Questions about our classes or certificates? Contact our department at 858-534-5760 or ahl@ucsd.edu.

Translation & Interpretation Programs & Certificates

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In-Person
Online
Hybrid

Translation (Spanish/English)

Certify to potential employers that you possess the bilingual proficiency, cultural understanding, theoretical knowledge, and skillset they are...

Duration
15 - 21 months
Cost
$3,495

Translation and Interpretation (Spanish/English)

Maximize your Spanish/English bilingual skills to take your career to the next level and provide essential translation and interpretation services.

Duration
15 - 30 months
Cost
$5,295

Translation & Interpretation Courses

Classroom type:
Live Online
In-Person
Online
Hybrid
LING-40131

Advanced English Grammar

Units
2.00
Cost
$350.00
LING-40025

Business Translation

Units
3.00
Cost
$500.00
LING-40039

English to Spanish Translation I

Units
3.00
Cost
$500.00
EXAM-80002

Entrance Exam

Units
0.00
Cost
$100.00
LING-40109

Introduction to Interpretation

Units
1.50
Cost
$300.00
LING-40130

Introduction to Subtitling

Units
2.00
Cost
$350.00
LING-40118

Introduction to Swordfish

Units
2.00
Cost
$350.00
LING-40106

Introduction to Translation

Units
1.50
Cost
$300.00
LING-40035

Legal Translation

Units
3.00
Cost
$500.00
LING-40093

Medical Translation: Specialty Areas

Units
3.00
Cost
$500.00
LING-40140

Note Taking for Interpreters

Units
3.00
Cost
$500.00
LING-40086

Sight Translation: Theory & Practice

Units
3.00
Cost
$500.00
LING-40133

Spanish Advanced Grammar

Units
3.00
Cost
$500.00
LING-40040

Spanish to English Translation I

Units
3.00
Cost
$500.00
LING-40004

Theory and Practice of Translation

Units
3.00
Cost
$500.00
LING-40107

Tools and Technology in Translation

Units
3.00
Cost
$500.00
INFO-70027

Translation & Interpretation Program Information Session

Units
0.00
Cost
Free
LING-40132

Translation and Interpretation in Education

Units
3.00
Cost
$500.00