موقع حكومي رسمي تابع لحكومة المملكة العربية السعودية

Master of Specialized Translation (Arabic-French-Arabic)

Based on the vision of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for Education 2030, and to take part in global competition, a Master’s program in specialized translation from Arabic to French and vice versa was established. The program ischaracterized by educational quality standards in line with international universities.

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

This program focuses on developing professional skills in translation while meeting the standards required in the labor market. In order to best meet these standards, this program aims to train researchers and translators to translate in specialized fields and use modern technologies in translation. At the end of the program, students will be able to perform their work professionally in the public and national sectors as well as in the private sector.

Career opportunities

Researchers at universities and research centers. - Translators in the political and media fields. - Translators in the field of Islamic tourism. - Commercial translators. - Post-editing professions. - Website translators. - Head of translation projects.

Program Information

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

Program Details

  1. Qualify translators with linguistic and cultural skills in specialty areas (Islamic/media-political/economic)
  2. Provide the graduate with the knowledge and skills to carry out specialized research in translation studies.
  3. Develop skills promoting critical thinking based on specialized translation theories and practices
  4. Develop professional skills ensuring competitiveness in the labor market and community participation
  5. Former graduates to self-study and use modern technologies
  1. C1 Identify research tools and access to scientific documentation
  2. C2 Define the theoretical foundations of translation
  3. H 1 Develop scientific writing skills
  4. H 2 Apply translation strategies
  5. H 3 Analyze linguistic, metalinguistic and Cultural challenges in translation
  6. Val 1 Show self-confidence and an ability to assume responsibility and make decisions
  7. Val 2 Demonstrate professionalism while respecting the principles of ethics and quality standards.
  8. Val 3 Develop communication skills
  1. 1. Ability to apply translation methodology
  2. 2. Ability to carry out the necessary thematic and terminology preparation
  3. 3. Ability to argue the choice of translation according to different theories
  4. 4. Ability to determine a strategy adapted to each translation situation
  5. 5. Ability to produce quality translation in specialty areas (Islamic/media-political/economic)
  6. 6. Ability to carry out specialized research in translation studies.
  7. 8. Ability to apply critical thinking based on theories of specialized translation
  8. 9. Ability to improve professional skills ensuring competitiveness
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One FRNS 811 Theories de la traduction 2
Level One FRNS 812 Traduction specialiseeَ 2
Level One FRNS 813 Methodologie de recherche 3
Level One FRNS 814 Lexicographie 2
Level Two FRNS 822 Traduction et Islamique 1 2 FRNS812
Level Two FRNS 823 Traduction mediatique et politique 1 2 FRNS812
Level Two FRNS 824 Traduction economique 1 2 FRNS812
Level Two FRNS 821 Traduction et technologie 2
Level Three FRNS 800 Memoire 6 FRNS811AND FRNS812AND FRNS813AND FRNS821AND FRNS822AND FRNS823AND FRNS814AND FRNS824
Level Three FRNS 841 Techniques de redaction 2

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