Bachelor of Arts BA Translation und Communication Technologies
Are you good at languages? Also interested in Communication Technologies?
Then we have the perfect degree programme for you: Translation und Communication Technologies (BA TKT for short). Here, you'll not only learn how to translate specialist texts professionally, but also how IT, technology and language interact. Technical documentation, software localisation or web publishing – all employment sectors where your knowledge will be in demand.
The degree programme combines specialised translation for English and German with the fundamentals of computer science, automation technology and communication technologies. The aim is to prepare you for exciting, interdisciplinary career paths in the tech sector or for further study in a Master’s programme.
Course Content:
- Translation studies and terminology databases
- Technical translation (German/English)
- Software and Website localisation
- Computer science und web technologies
- Automation und communication technologies
Practical, versatile, future-oriented
What makes this degree programme special is its close integration of language and technology – as well as the collaboration between two strong partners: Heidelberg University and TH Mannheim. You’ll have the opportunity to work in small groups, receive personalised support, and be able to apply your knowledge directly in class projects. Courses take place in Heidelberg and Mannheim.
who is this programme intended for?
This programme is intended for anyone who enjoys working with language and is interested in technology, digitisation, and computer science. If you’re keen to design the interface between communication and technology, this degree programme is the ideal place to start.
Careers and Employability
Your expertise - more in demand than ever
A Bachelor’s degree in Translation and Communication Technologies opens up a wealth of opportunities for you: if you wish to specialise further, you can deepen your knowledge by undertaking a suitable Master’s degree, or enter the job market straight away. Your combination of linguistic and technical skills is in high demand.
Graduates of this degree programme are now highly sought-after specialists bridging the gap between technology and language. They are in demand wherever products, software or complex technical content need to be communicated clearly, multilingually and with precision. Typical areas of employment:
- Technical Documentation
- Software and Website localisation
- Multilingual web publishing
Applying
Good to know!
No application is required for this degree programme – you can enrol directly. Prospective students from Germany and abroad can enrol between 1 June and 30 September. Prospective students from abroad are advised to enrol as early as possible so that their documents can be processed in good time.
What I found particularly useful was that during my degree, I learnt to articulate complex technical problems in clear language. My focus in software is now on Java backend development … in agile development models diversity within teams is important. We practised this during our studies, for example in various projects.
Mischa S., Alumnus