Certified Translation for University Admissions
Professional certified translation of degrees, diplomas, academic transcripts and supporting records for university applications and academic submissions. Send the complete document set so the price, certification requirements and realistic turnaround can be confirmed before work begins.
- Certified translations from £40
- Usual standard turnaround of 2–3 working days
- Same-day and next-day options for suitable urgent requests
- Professional translation across 200+ languages
When Does a University Need a Certified Translation?
If a university cannot assess an academic document in its original language, it may ask you to provide a translation and may specify that the translation must be certified.
Requirements are not identical across every university, course or country. Before ordering, check the instructions given by the admissions office and tell Translation Services 24 exactly where the documents will be submitted.
A university application may involve more than one translated document. Degree certificates, transcripts, school records and supporting letters can form part of the same evidence pack, so sending everything together helps keep names, dates, qualification titles and terminology consistent.
If you are unsure whether your document needs certification, you can also review the wider document translation services or send the files directly for review.
Documents We Can Translate for University Applications
Academic applications often rely on several related records. Send the full set where possible, particularly when the same qualification names, modules, grades or personal details appear across multiple documents.
Academic Transcripts
Module names, subjects, grades, credits, dates, notes and other academic information shown on the transcript.
Degree Certificates
Undergraduate, postgraduate and other degree certificates used as evidence of completed qualifications.
Diplomas & Qualifications
Diplomas, professional qualifications and other certificates showing completed study or training.
Mark Sheets & Grade Records
Academic records showing subject-level marks, examination results, assessments or grading information.
School & College Records
Secondary-school records, leaving certificates and other educational documents requested during admission.
References & Supporting Records
Academic references, enrolment evidence and related documents where the institution requires a translated version.
What Your Certified Translation Includes
Certified translation is more than translating the main paragraphs. Academic documents can contain grades, qualification titles, tables, registration details, stamps and notes that all need to remain understandable when the university compares the translation with the original.
- Translation of the relevant visible text in the document
- A signed declaration confirming the translation is a true and complete representation of the original
- Professional linguist details as part of the certification information
- Careful checking of names, dates, numbers and recurring academic terminology
- Clear formatting so the translated information can be compared with the source document
- Digital delivery in the agreed format, with other delivery requirements discussed before work begins
What to Send for Your University Translation
The clearest quote starts with the complete file rather than a description of the document. Include every page that may need translation and any instructions issued by the university.
- A clear PDF, scan or photograph of every relevant page
- The language of the original document
- The language required by the receiving university
- The name of the university or institution receiving the documents
- Your submission date or exact urgent deadline
- Any certification or delivery instructions supplied by the institution
- The spelling of your name used in your passport or current application where relevant
If your documents show different versions of your name, send the related identification or application documents as well. You can also read the guide to name spelling in certified translations .
From University Documents to Certified Translation
Send the documents before work starts so the scope, certification requirement, price and realistic turnaround can be reviewed together.
Send the Full Document Set
Upload clear files and include every page that may form part of your university submission.
Confirm the Requirement
State the language pair, university, deadline and any instructions the admissions office has provided.
Translation & Checks
The content is translated and key details such as names, dates, numbers, terminology and completeness are reviewed.
Receive Your Translation
The completed translation is supplied within the agreed timeframe with the certification included for the service ordered.
Common Problems to Check Before You Apply
Many problems are easier to resolve before the translation is certified. Review the complete academic pack rather than treating each file as an unrelated document.
Certification, document format, originals, copies and delivery requirements can vary. The receiving institution should make the final decision about what it requires.
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Missing pages
A transcript or diploma bundle may include reverse sides, annexes, stamps or notes that also need to be reviewed.
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Different name spellings
Transliteration and historic spelling differences should be identified before the university compares the translated documents with your passport or application.
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Unclear scans
Cropped edges, faint stamps and blurred tables can make academic information difficult to read and can affect the scope or turnaround.
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Ordering the wrong certification type
Certified translation, notarisation and legalisation are different requirements. Follow the wording supplied by the institution.
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Confusing translation with grade equivalency
A translation communicates what the academic record says. If the university separately asks for qualification or grade comparability, confirm that requirement directly with the relevant institution or assessment body.
University Translation Pricing and Turnaround
Certified translations currently start from £40 for standard documents. The final quote depends on the language pair, document length, complexity, formatting, certification requirements and requested turnaround.
Standard turnaround for many certified translation requests is usually 2–3 working days. Same-day and next-day routes may be available for suitable urgent university applications, depending on the documents and language pair.
If your deadline is close, send every document at once and state the exact submission date and time. This makes it possible to assess the earliest realistic delivery option before you proceed.
Academic Translation in 200+ Languages
Translation Services 24 works across widely requested and less common language combinations. Send the exact language pair with your academic documents so availability can be confirmed.
University Translation FAQs
Straightforward answers about certified academic documents, transcripts, deadlines and preparing a university application.
Do I need a certified translation for a university application?
It depends on the university and the language of your original documents. If the institution cannot assess the documents in their original language, it may request translated copies and may specify certified translation. Check the admissions requirements for your course or institution before ordering.
Can you translate my academic transcript?
Yes. Academic records handled by Translation Services 24 include transcripts and grade records as well as degrees, diplomas, qualification certificates and other academic documentation.
Can you translate degree and diploma certificates?
Yes. Degree certificates, diplomas and related qualification records can be translated as part of an academic or university application document set.
Should I send my transcript and degree certificate together?
If both documents are part of the same application, sending them together is useful. It gives the translation team the wider context needed to keep names, dates, qualification titles and repeated terminology consistent across the set.
How much does certified university document translation cost?
Certified translations currently start from £40 for standard documents. The final price depends on the language pair, document type, length, complexity, formatting, certification requirements and turnaround.
How long does academic document translation take?
Standard turnaround for many certified translation requests is usually 2–3 working days. Same-day and next-day options may be available for suitable urgent requests, depending on the document, language pair and other requirements.
Can I send photographs of my university documents?
Clear photographs may be suitable where every relevant part of the document is readable. Make sure page edges, stamps, seals, tables, notes and other details are visible. PDF, JPG, PNG and clear scans can also be sent for review.
What if my name is spelled differently on my academic documents?
Tell the translation team before certification and provide the spelling used in your passport or current university application where relevant. Where several documents use different historic or transliterated spellings, send the complete document set so the issue can be reviewed in context.
Do you convert foreign grades into UK grades?
Translation and formal qualification or grade comparability are different requirements. A translation should accurately communicate the information shown on the source document. If the university asks for a separate comparability assessment, confirm which assessment route it requires.
Send Your University Documents for Review
Upload the complete academic document set and tell us which university will receive it. The price, expected turnaround and relevant translation route can then be confirmed before work begins.