Advanced School of Translators and Interpreters (ASTI)
About
Advanced School of Translators and Interpreters (ASTI) is a specialized graduate school of the University of Buea and one of Africa’s leading institutions for language and communication professionals. Established in 1985, ASTI is renowned for training highly skilled translators, interpreters, and multilingual communication experts. The school combines rigorous academic instruction with practical professional training, equipping students with the linguistic, technological, and intercultural competencies required in international organizations, government institutions, businesses, and the language services industry. ASTI has built a strong reputation for excellence and has produced graduates who serve in prestigious organizations across Africa and beyond.
Educational levels
- Bachelor's Degree (BA/BSc)
- Master's Degree (MA/MSc)
- Professional Master's Degree
- Postgraduate Diploma
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Professional Certificates
- Continuing Professional Education Programs
Programs
- Translation
- Interpretation
- Translation and Intercultural Studies
- Transborder Languages and Intercultural Communication
- Terminology and Lexicography
- Conference Interpreting
- Translation Technology and Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT)
- Multilingual Communication
- Translation into and from African Languages
- Professional Translation Studies
- Master of Arts in Translation
- Master of Arts in Interpretation
- Pan-African Master in Translation
- Pan-African Master in Transborder Languages and Intercultural Communication
- PhD in Translation and Intercultural Studies.
Facilities
Admissions
Pre-registration period
Entrance Examination, File Study
Requirements
Competitive entrance examination; applicants must hold the required academic qualification (A-Level/Baccalauréat for undergraduate entry, Bachelor's degree for Master's programs, and Master's degree for PhD programs) and submit a complete application file