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MM translations Inc.
German technical translations from English, Spanish, French by professional
German translator with M.A. in translation studies and many years of
experience as an in-house translator in the telecommunications/IT sector
Language Professional
What is a language professional?
A professional in this business is a person who has a degree in Translation & Interpretation combined with in-depth knowledge in one or several fields of specialization. Or a person with a degree in one or several fields of specialization and an additional degree or training in linguistics (preferably Translation & Interpretation).
Caution! Mere technical knowledge and being bilingual is NOT enough!
Professional translators translate preferably only into their native language. You, the customer, are entitled to a top-quality product. And that is only guaranteed by native speakers with excellent linguistic skills and in-depth knowledge in your subject area(s).
For more information on how to find the right translator for your needs, see our FAQ.
Academic T&I Programs in Germany
A number of Germany universities provide degrees in Translation & Interpretation. They offer 5- or 4-year programs, requiring an intermediate exam after 2 years, a thesis, and a written and oral final exam in all required subjects. Studies comprise 2 foreign languages, law, economics, or a technical subject (e.g. IT, electrical or mechanical engineering), linguistics of German and the 2 foreign languages, translation studies, cultural studies. In addition, many students spend one or two semesters at a university in a foreign country.
Institutions
Universität Heidelberg, Institut für Übersetzen und Dolmetschen (IÜD)
Universität Mainz/Germersheim (FASK)
Universität des Saarlandes
Humboldt-Universität Berlin
Universität Leipzig
Universität Hildesheim
Fachhochschule Köln
Fachhochschule Magdeburg
Fachhochschule Flensburg
Sprachen- und Dolmetscher-Institut München
Academic T&I Programs in the USA
There are many different translation and interpretation programs available now in the USA. Here is a non-exhaustive list of the ones that offer a Master's degree in translation and/or interpretation:
Monterey Institute of International Studies (MIIS)
Kent State University
University of Massachussets at Amherst
University of Puerto Rico
New York University
College of Charleston - Graduate School
University of Arkansas