Institution: Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
College: College of Languages
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Program Type: Free Program
Mode of Study: On-Campus
Language of Instruction: English or French
Application Period: Morning / Evening
Target Group: Female Students
Program Cost: Free of Charge (No Tuition Fees)
Program Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Translation is an advanced academic program designed to prepare researchers and academic specialists in multilingual translation studies. The program equips students to produce innovative scholarly research that promotes the global standing of the Arabic language and serves the needs of localization, intercultural communication, and the labor market.
About the Program
The program aims to prepare specialized researchers in various fields of translation within a multilingual context, capable of producing original research distinguished by innovation and knowledge creation. It supports the status of the Arabic language alongside international languages and contributes to representing Saudi identity and culture in ways that respond to labor market needs through the integration of theoretical frameworks and methodological approaches that meet the requirements of contemporary academic research.
The program addresses scholarly research in translation and interpretation, with a focus on discourse analysis and cultural criticism, while remaining open to emerging studies and trends in Translation Studies. It also prepares graduates for university teaching and specialized research.
Tracks
- Arabic-English Track
- Arabic-French Track
Program Mission
To prepare highly qualified researchers in the field of translation who are capable of producing original, innovative research, supporting the status of the Arabic language alongside global languages, contributing to the representation of Saudi identity and culture, and responding to labor market needs and national development priorities.
Program Objectives
1. Scholarly Research in Multilingual Contexts
Promote and develop influential multilingual scholarly research that advances the field of Translation Studies.
2. Academic Integrity and Research Responsibility
Prepare researchers in translation who demonstrate academic integrity and social responsibility, contributing to the production of sustainable knowledge.
3. Strengthening the Status of the Arabic Language
Enhance the status and visibility of the Arabic language and reinforce its influence in multilingual translation through distinguished scholarly output.
4. Knowledge Innovation and Applied Research
Promote knowledge innovation and applied research in translation to address labor market requirements and emerging professional needs.
5. Representing Saudi Culture and Identity
Contribute to the representation of Saudi culture and identity within a global multilingual context through scholarly research that reflects national distinctiveness.
Admission Requirements and Application Criteria
Academic Qualification Required
Applicants must hold a master's degree in Translation or in a closely related discipline (such as Linguistics, Comparative Literature, or Language Education).
Personal Interview
Applicants must successfully pass the personal interview conducted by the department and the college admissions committee.
Academic References
Applicants must submit recommendation letters from faculty members who have taught them at the graduate level.
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Applicants must provide a detailed and up-to-date CV demonstrating their scholarly output, academic achievements, and professional experience.
Study Plan
Study Plan for the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Translation
View and download the program courses and semester distribution in PDF format.
Career Opportunities and Professional Prospects for Graduates
The program prepares graduates for advanced leadership, academic, research, and consultancy roles in both the public and private sectors, including:
- Assistant Professor in Translation Studies at universities
- Translation Researcher / Academic Researcher
- Translation Project Manager
- Localization Project Manager
- Translation and Languages Consultant
- Professional Translator
- Curriculum Designer for Translation Education and Training
- Research Consultant in Translation, Localization, and Multilingual Communication
- International Language Policy Consultant
Important Notice
The offering and continuation of the program are subject to the availability of allocated seats and the department's enrollment capacity.