موقع حكومي رسمي تابع لحكومة المملكة العربية السعودية

Master of Specialized Translation (Arabic-English-Arabic)

The program prepares world-class graduates academically and professionally in various specialized fields of translation between the Arabic and English languages by integrating high-quality education, advanced scientific research, and participation in social responsibility as well as preparing for leadership.

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

The program is taught over two years (i.e. 4 semesters in a two-semester system). The program provides a comprehensive theoretical base in the specialty through teaching several compulsory and elective courses that are vital in the field of translation. The program also includes intensive translation and editing for different types of texts in fields related to the current Saudi labor market. The program also enables students to use modern technology translation tools, as well as refining students’ critical thinking and research skills through several courses and various assessment methods. The program aims to provide the next generation of international translators with the basic theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for high-quality specialized translation in fields required in the current labor market, through integrating advanced information management, computer linguistic blogging, and technology with students' basic translation skills.

Career opportunities

Government and private sectors Such as universities, schools, agencies, ministries, companies, banks, etc.

Program Information

College of Languages
Department of Department of Translation
Major Department of Translation
Academic degree Master of Specialized Translation (Arabic-English-Arabic)
Language of instruction English
Duration 2 Years

Program Details

Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One TRAN 801 Translation Technology 3
Level One TRAN 811 Specialization Translation 3
Level One TRAN 833 Translation Theories 3
Level Two TRAN 812 Islamic Translation 3 TRAN811
Level Two TRAN 813 Translation in the fields of Media and Politics 3 TRAN811
Level Two TRAN 821 Research Methods and seminar 3
Level Three TRAN 803 Translation Localization 3 TRAN801
Level Three TRAN 814 Translation in the fields of Economics 3 TRAN811
Level Three TRAN 831 Translating Cultures 3
Level Four TRAN 822 Graduation Project 3 TRAN821
Level Four TRAN 841 Internship 3

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

Elective Specialization Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
LING 821 Corpus Linguistics 3
LING 822 Applications of Corpus Linguistics 3
LING 831 Computational Linguistics 3
TRAN 802 Lexicography 3
TRAN 832 Translation Pedagogy 3

Academic Credits