Languages Translation

The programme is designed to strengthen students’ proficiency in both English and Chinese by promoting bilingual competency within the fields of communication and translation. It focuses on the competencies related to artificial intelligence (AI) applications relevant to language, communication, and translation studies so that students will be able to utilise technologies effectively in different professional contexts. It equips students with the knowledge and skills to apply the language, cultural, and AI-related concepts learned to (1) engage effectively in professional communication, (2) handle language and cultural challenges critically, and (3) provide solutions to such challenges in the communication processes. The programme also provides a solid academic foundation for those intending to pursue further studies in communication and translation at local or overseas institutions.

Modules:

1. Theory and Practice of Translation

2. Contrastive Studies and Linguistics

3. Language, Society and Culture

4. Professional Communication Strategies

5. Media Translation

Exemption from modules 1, 2, 3, 5 will be given to those who pass a 2-hour language-competency test.  Students with advaned standing will start from Module 4 and Module 6.

4. Professional Communication Strategies

6. English-Chinese Translation

7. Chinese-English Translation

8. Commercial and Financial Translation

9. AI Applications in Communication

10. Culture and Translation

Assessment is based on coursework and in-class tests. Students must pass all course assessment components, including written translation assignments, essays and tests, of the respective modules.

On successful completion of the programme and meeting the attendance requirement of at least 80% attendance for the overall programme, students will be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Communication and Applied Translation within the HKU system through HKU SPACE.

Application Code	-TL001B	-

Duration

• # For students with advanced standing -- those who are given exemption (module 1, 2, 3, 5) -- the duration will be 9 months.

Application Fee

HK$150 (Non-refundable)

Course Fee

• Course fees
  - Modules 4, 6-10: HK$24,000 to be paid on notification of acceptance.
  
  (In person : by cash, VISA, MasterCard, EPS; By post : by cheque - payable to “HKU SPACE”)
  
  *Fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred.

Applicants shall

1. hold a bachelor’s degree awarded by a recognised institution; and
2. pass a one-hour language competency test*.

*Applicants who have obtained the following qualifications as proofs of their proficiency in English and Chinese will be exempted from the language competency test:

1. HKDSE Examination English and Chinese Language at Level 4 or above; or
2. HKALE Use of English and Chinese Language and Culture at Grade D or above; or
3. equivalent qualifications.

Those who do not meet the standard set of criteria for admission will be considered on individual merit.

Enrolment Method

Application Procedures

NEW applicants:
Complete and submit the special application form by post or in person on or before the application deadline stated above at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres together with:

1.  Copies of your HKID card and certificate(s) proving your highest education qualification(s), and
2.  An application fee of HK$150 (In person: by cash, VISA, MasterCard, EPS; by post: cheque, payable to “HKU SPACE”) (Application fee is non-refundable and cannot be transferred.)

If submission by mail, please post the application form with 1. and 2. to the below address:
Attn: Nicole Wong
11/F, Fortress Tower, 
250 King's Road, 
North Point, Hong Kong

If apply online, please attach the special application form and the certificate(s) proving your highest education  qualification(s).

Graduates of Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Communication and Applied Translation:
Complete and send the special application form with your certificate copy of Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Communication and Applied Translation to Programme Team at n.wong@hkuspace.hku.hk on or before the application deadline stated above (Application fee and entrance test are waived)

Payment Method

Application fee of HK$150 can be paid: i)  In-person: by cash, VISA, MasterCard, EPS; or ii) by post: cheque, payable to “HKU SPACE”    *Note that the application fee is non-refundable and cannot be transferred.

1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and the applicant’s name.. You may either:

• bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
• or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying  “Course Application” on the envelope.  HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment sent by mail.

3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (course enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, continuing students of award-bearing programmes, if their programmes offer online service, may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay and Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

• If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolement Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circustance.
• Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque or PPS (for online payment only) will normally be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will normally be reimbursed to the payment cardholder's credit card account.
• In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
• Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
• Receipts will be issued for fees paid but HKU SPACE will not be repsonsible for any loss of receipt sent by mail.
• For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to "HKU SPACE" to any of our enrolment centres.