موقع حكومي رسمي تابع لحكومة المملكة العربية السعودية

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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. Program objectives: The general goal of the program is to be a part of building the knowledge-based Saudi economy. The rest of the program objectives revolve around the following: Providing 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. Program Policy: 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.

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

On campus in classrooms and laboratories equipped with the latest translation technologie

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

  1. Equip the next generation of world-class female translators with the fundamental theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for high-quality specialized translation in the fields needed in the current job market,
  2. ▪ Integrate sophisticated information management, corpora, online technology and computer-aided translation skills as part of the translation process
  3. Promote the role of critical analysis and reflection in developing a fuller understanding of specialized translation within diverse cultural and linguistic contexts
  4. Combine professional behaviors and leadership skills with sensitive awareness and effective participation in social responsibility
  1. K1 To thoroughly discuss translation theories, models and research methods.
  2. K2 To elaborate on the linguistic and extra-linguistic issues of translation.
  3. S1 To produce specialized translations that meet professional standards.
  4. S2 To justify translation choices, highlighting decision-making processes
  5. S3 To effectively utilize appropriate translation resources and advanced technological tools.
  6. S4 To perform advanced translation editing tasks.
  7. S5 To conduct high level translation-related research.
  8. V1 To comply with professional standards and translation ethics.
  9. V2 To collaborate with peers in work teams to complete tasks related to research and social responsibility.
  1. 1.Ability to express theoretical, professional, and research aspects in specialized translation.
  2. 2. Ability to produce creative translated/edited specialized texts, and write research based on rigorous analysis.
  3. 3. Ability to produce to produce translated/edited specialized text according to professional standards and work in teams with harmony.
  4. 4. Ability to adapt to changes in the field of specialized translation and to be continuously involved in research and life-long learning.
  5. 5.Ability to use the latest technology in the fields of language, specialized translation and research effectively.
  6. 6. Contributing to community service with volunteer work in the domains of specialized translation.
  7. 7. Ability to lead and influence, demonstrate pride in values and national identity, show respect to others, teamwork spirit, positivity, giving, and tolerance when undertaing specialized translation tasks.
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 814 Translation in the fields of Economics 3 TRAN811
Level Three TRAN 823 Thesis 12 —

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
TRAN 803 Translation Localization 3
TRAN 831 Translating Cultures 3
TRAN 832 Translation Pedagogy 3
LING 821 Corpus Linguistics 3
LING 822 Applications of Corpus Linguistics 3
TRAN 802 Lexicography 3

Academic Credits