The Chinese University of Hong Kong
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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Translation 翻譯
TRANSLATION
Short Description
The Department of Translation provides a coherent and comprehensive curriculum covering translation studies, literary and specialised translation, interpreting, and computer-aided translation. The programme places equal emphasis on practical and theoretical components - it is designed to prepare students for a variety of professions as well as postgraduate studies. The Department is committed to quality teaching and research. International scholars are invited to teach and conduct seminars and workshops for students. Double major and double degree options are offered in conjunction with the Department of Chinese Language and Literature, the Department of Linguistics and Modern Languages, and the Faculty of Law. The Department’s teaching and learning are supported by two language labs equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual facilities, conference interpreting systems and up-to-date software for computer-aided translation.
Remarks:
For details of the undergraduate curriculum, please click here.
Programme Website
Requirements
- Programme Entrance Requirements
- General Entrance Requirements
| Core Subjects | Minimum Level |
|---|---|
| CHINESE LANGUAGE | 3 |
| CITIZENSHIP AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT | Attained |
| ENGLISH LANGUAGE | 3 |
| MATHEMATICS COMPULSORY PART | 2 |
| Elective Subject(s) | Minimum Level |
|---|---|
| ANY 2 SUBJECTSNOTE | 3 |
| NOTE: The two subjects may include: | |
| (i) | 2 elective subjects; or |
| (ii) | 1 elective subject and Mathematics (Extended Part) Module I or Module II. |
| Core Subjects | Minimum Level |
|---|---|
| CHINESE LANGUAGENote1 | 3 |
| CITIZENSHIP AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENTNote2 | Attained |
| ENGLISH LANGUAGE | 3 |
| MATHEMATICS COMPULSORY PART | 2 |
| Elective Subject(s) | Minimum Level |
|---|---|
| ANY 2 SUBJECTSNote3 | 3 |
| Note 1: Applicants with very special circumstances may be granted waivers of this requirement on a case-by-case basis. For details, please click here. | ||
| Note 2: For Liberal Studies (LS) subject taken in 2023 or before, a Level 2 or above will be considered as “Attained” in Citizenship and Social Development. The LS level will not be considered in the calculation of admission scores. | ||
| Note 3: The two subjects may include: | ||
| (i) | 2 elective subjects; or | |
| (ii) | 1 elective subject and Mathematics (Extended Part) Module I or Module II or Other Language subjects (Grade E or above). | |
| (iii) | For Integrated Science or Combined Science subject(s) taken in 2023 or before, a Level 3 or above will be considered as an unspecified elective subject where applicable. | |
| Note 4: "Attained with Distinction I/II" in Applied Learning subjects will be accepted by some programmes as an extra subject for awarding bonus points. For details, please click here. | ||
Calculation of scores for applicants with more than 1 sitting in HKDSE Examination
Most programmes offered by CUHK consider the best results in the same subject taken by a candidate in more than one sitting of HKDSE. Some programmes may have specific arrangements and the admission scores of candidates seeking admission on the strength of results from more than one sitting of HKDSE may be adjusted. Details of calculation of scores in more than one sitting of HKDSE for the 2024-25 entry will be finalised and posted at the admissions website (admission.cuhk.edu.hk).
First Year Tuition Fee
HK$ 42,100
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Statistics
Application Statistics (after Modification of Programme Choices)
| Year | Band A | Band B | Band C | Band D | Band E | Total |
| 2023 | 114 | 200 | 384 | 569 | 508 | 1775 |
| 2022 | 221 | 232 | 435 | 595 | 554 | 2037 |
| 2021 | 153 | 222 | 415 | 521 | 530 | 1841 |
| 2020 | 118 | 157 | 285 | 449 | 527 | 1536 |
| 2019 | 162 | 167 | 345 | 472 | 497 | 1643 |
| 2018 | 204 | 274 | 420 | 629 | 645 | 2172 |
| 2017 | 134 | 199 | 377 | 569 | 548 | 1827 |
| 2016 | 148 | 217 | 361 | 571 | 613 | 1910 |
| 2015 | 188 | 235 | 413 | 673 | 722 | 2231 |
| 2014 | 206 | 270 | 441 | 714 | 747 | 2378 |
| 2013 | 226 | 267 | 443 | 635 | 769 | 2340 |
| 2012 | 239 | 279 | 570 | 858 | 943 | 2889 |
Offer Statistics (as at the Announcement of the Main Round Offer Results)
| Year | Band A | Band B | Band C | Band D | Band E | Total |
| 2023 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| 2022 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| 2021 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| 2020 | 19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 2019 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| 2018 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36 |
| 2017 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| 2016 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36 |
| 2015 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 2014 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 2013 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 2012 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32 |