العربية Master's degree in English (Translation)
The program of MA in Translation studies at University of Science and Technology (UST) is designed to equip students with the theoretical and practical skills necessary for them to become professional translators. Apart from equipping them with the knowledge and understanding of the discipline of translation, it also has a strong practical element in which students will translate texts from various fields. Through its innovative curriculum, the program prepares graduates to navigate the complexities of a multilingual and multicultural world ensuring they are well-prepared to meet the demands of the global translation industry.
The MA in Translation program at the University of Science and Technology was established in 2014 in the Department of English. It provides students who wish to undertake postgraduate studies in Translation with an opportunity to delve into the theoretical and practical depths of Translation. The program also gives such students an opportunity to acquire necessary competences and to advance their research and practical skills.
The program seeks to provide students with translation competences and research skills as well as integrate advanced translation technology through a highly-qualified teaching staff and well-equipped environment to meet the evolving needs of the translation industry and community.
The program aims at:
- providing students with advanced theories of translation and deep understanding of linguistic and cultural nuances.
- equipping students with a wide range of translation methods and strategies to enhance their adaptability in different translation contexts in response to the needs of the labor market.
- enabling students to utilize advanced translation technology to produce high quality translation.
- promoting rigorous translation research to contribute to the translation field and meet community needs.
Knowledge and Understanding:
Upon successful completion of the Master in Translation Program, the graduates will be able to:
A1. demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of linguistic and cultural aspects of Arabic and English, translation theories, strategies and technology, and research approaches.
Cognitive/ Intellectual Skills:
Upon successful completion of the Master in Translation Program, the graduates will be able to:
B1. analyze linguistic and cultural aspects of both Arabic and English.
B2. select translation theories, strategies and technologies appropriate to translation studies and practices.
Practical and Professional Skills:
Upon successful completion of the Master in Translation Program, the graduates will be able to:
C1. apply appropriate translation strategies to produce high-quality translation.
C2. conduct innovative research according to academic standards.
General and Transferable Skills:
Upon successful completion of the Master in Translation Program, the graduates will be able to:
D1. demonstrate autonomous creativity, interpersonal skills and proactive decision-making and life-long learning adhering to ethical and professional standards.
Upon completion of the program, the graduate will have the following attributes:
- Knowledgeable: possessing a deep understanding of language and cultural differences, enabling effective cross-cultural communication.
- Analyst and Critic: demonstrating strong analytical skills to evaluate translation theory and practice.
- Responsive: flexible to translation challenges in various contexts.
- Technology Proficient: adept at using translation tools and technology to enhance translation efficiency and accuracy.
- Research Oriented: having a solid foundation in research methodologies, enabling them to contribute to the field through scholarly work.
- Professional: adhering to ethical and professional standards in translation.
- Successfully completing all courses in the approved study plan.
- Successfully passing the Master’s thesis defense.
- Submitting the required bound copies of the research thesis.
- Passing the English language proficiency examination.
- Completing the degree‑awarding procedures approved by the Graduate Studies Committee, the Graduate Studies Council, and the University Council.
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Translation Theory and Approaches
(Classical and contemporary theories of translation and equivalence) -
English–Arabic Contrastive Linguistics
(Structural, semantic, and pragmatic differences between English and Arabic) -
Advanced English Language Studies
(Academic writing, stylistics, discourse analysis) -
Advanced Arabic Language Studies
(Modern Standard Arabic, rhetoric, and stylistics) -
Specialized Translation
(Legal, economic, scientific, medical, and technical translation) -
Literary Translation
(Prose, poetry, drama, and cultural transfer) -
Terminology and Lexicography
(Terminology management, bilingual dictionaries, and glossaries) -
Translation Technology
(Computer‑assisted translation tools, corpus linguistics, and localization) -
Intercultural Communication
(Culture, ideology, and context in translation) -
Research Methods in Translation Studies
(Qualitative and quantitative research, thesis preparation)
- Teachers of translation courses at university level
- Supervising research on translation studies and practice
- Technical writers and editors
- Public relations officers
- Writing/Editing Consultants
- Bilingual Advisors
- Translator trainers