Kuvempu Online PG Diploma in Translation Studies
Course Overview
Kuvempu University’s Online PG Diploma in Translation Studies is a one‑year programme for graduates seeking careers in bilingual communication, localization and literary/non‑literary translation. It covers translation theory, equivalence and transcreation, terminology management, CAT tools, editing, proofreading, ethics and IP, with practice across domains such as legal, technical, academic and media. Delivered online under UGC regulations, the programme supports working professionals and freelancers through live/recorded sessions and portfolio‑centric assignments. Students translate and annotate texts, build glossaries and simulate client briefs and QA workflows. Graduates can work with publishers, media houses, LSPs, e‑learning firms, courts and corporate communications.
Accreditations
NAAC A
DEB
NIRF
AIU
Course Highlights
Designed to deliver industry-relevant skills, academic excellence, and career growth
- Theory to Practice: Equivalence, skopos and functional approaches
- Domain Mastery: Legal, technical, medical and academic translation practice
- CAT Tools: Translation memory, termbases and QA checks
- Editing & QA: Proofing, style guides and version control
- Localization Basics: UI, web and app strings with context
- IP & Ethics: Copyright, licenses and confidentiality
- Portfolio Development: Curate cross‑domain translation samples
- Client Readiness: Proposals, SLAs and invoicing fundamentals
Course Benefits
Earn as you learn
Build a professional portfolio while practicing live‑like translation briefs.
Master industry tools
Use CAT and QA tools to deliver consistent, high‑quality output at scale.
Work across domains
Switch between literary, legal, technical and media assignments confidently.
Flexible, online delivery
Live sessions with recordings suit freelancers and working translators.
Course Fees
The fee structure for this Kuvempu Online PG Diploma in Translation Studies is designed to be affordable and flexible for both freshers and working professionals
Total 2 semester
INR 20,000 / Semester
*Fees may vary kindly check the actual fee with our counsellor
Full course fee
INR 40,000
*Inclusive of all taxes
EMI starting at
INR 1,667 / Month
*Terms & Conditions apply
Eligibility
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Bachelor’s degree (10+2+3); proficiency in source and target languages
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Open to freshers and working translators/editors
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Admission on merit per university rules
Course Syllabus
Semester 1
KGTS101
Foundations of Translation
KGTS102
Contrastive Linguistics
KGTS103
Equivalence & Skopos
KGTS104
Ethics & IP
KGTS105
Editing & Proofreading I
Semester 2
KGTS201
Terminology Management
KGTS202
CAT Tools I
KGTS203
Domain Practice: Legal
KGTS204
Domain Practice: Technical
KGTS205
Project Proposal
Semester 3
KGTS301
CAT Tools II
KGTS302
QA & Style Guides
KGTS303
Domain Practice: Medical
KGTS304
Domain Practice: Academic
KGTS305
Localization Basics
Semester 4
KGTS401
Literary Translation
KGTS402
Transcreation & Copy
KGTS403
Subtitling & Dubbing Basics
KGTS404
Client Management
KGTS405
Internship/Fieldwork
Semester 5
KGTS501
Testing & QA Cycles
KGTS502
Pricing & Contracts
KGTS503
Portfolio Lab I
KGTS504
Elective I
KGTS505
Research Methods
Semester 6
KGTS601
Portfolio Lab II
KGTS602
Case Studies & Review
KGTS603
Entrepreneurship for Translators
KGTS604
Elective II
KGTS605
Viva/Presentation
Top Recruiters
Top recruiters for this course include Google, Amazon, Accenture, and Deloitte. Companies like Infosys and Tata Consultancy Services provide strong opportunities in tech and management roles.
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FAQs
Is the Kuvempu University Online PG Diploma in Translation Studies is UGC‑approved?
Yes. Kuvempu University follows UGC online/ODL regulations with equivalence to on‑campus degrees.
What is the duration of this programme in Kuvempu University?
Kuvempu University typically provide one year with modular semesters.
How are exams held in Kuvempu University?
Kuvempu University proctored end‑semester examinations as per notifications.