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How I Passed the DipTrans: Top Five Tips

Today’s guest post is by Lucy Williams and was originally published on her own blog. As it is currently not available on her site, Lucy has kindly given me permission to reproduce two of her posts on the DipTrans on My Words for a Change since they contain valuable information for anyone thinking of taking the exam.

The title of this blog post is a bit tongue in cheek. I don’t pretend to be an expert. I am, it must be said, hugely proud of my two merits and a pass this January, but I can only say what helped me get there. Everyone has their own path.

Here are my top five tips:

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The Diploma in Translation. What is it? Why do I want it?

Today’s guest post is by Lucy Williams and was originally published on her own blog. As it is currently not available on her site, Lucy has kindly given me permission to reproduce two of her posts on the DipTrans on My Words for a Change since they contain valuable information for anyone thinking of taking the exam.

If you are looking for a recognised translation qualification, there are two main options: a master’s in translation or the Diploma in Translation from the Chartered Institute of Linguists. I have chosen to take the Diploma. What is it and what are the advantages of this qualification over a master’s in translation?

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DipTrans: the real costs and returns

DipTransThis article will give you an idea of what getting the Diploma in Translation from the Chartered Institute of Linguists cost me and what return I have enjoyed on my investment, in order to help you anticipate what your own costs and returns might be if you are considering signing up for the exams in January to obtain this post-graduate qualification (the deadline for sign-ups is 31 August).

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