About this course
Heriot-Watt University offers MSc Sign Language Interpreting (EUMASLI) as a 2.5-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Welfare Services. Based in Edinburgh, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £21,872 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall. The next intake is Semester 1 (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Year 1
- First academic degree: preferably but not necessarily in sign language interpreting or related subjects.
- Minimum of three year's work experience as a practising professional sign language interpreter by the time of admission to the programme.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Semester 1 (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
