Hi
I almost read your comments on these four pages. I feel some how strange with my situation. I'm going to finish my BA in July 2015 and from 3 months up to now i was preparing to Ma entrance exam of state university (exam is on Feb 2015) but i changed my mind and I no more want to continue Translation Studies.
I'm planing to apply but I need an IELTS and GRE. I prefer UK and mostly London because i have a relative there that can support me but unfortunately i cant afford both university and living cost. additionally in MA nearly there is no scholarship. but i will apply to some universities. If it doesn't work maybe finish my MA in Linguistics in my country and try the PhD.
wish all best for you