Program Overview

Introduction to the Master of Arts in Translation Program

The Master of Arts in Translation program at Sharjah University aims to equip students with the theoretical and practical skills necessary for a successful career in translation. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of translation, as well as the ability to apply this knowledge in a variety of contexts.

Program Objectives

The objectives of the Master of Arts in Translation program are:

• To provide students with a thorough understanding of the theoretical foundations of translation
• To equip students with the practical skills necessary for translating a variety of texts, including literary, scientific, and technical materials
• To foster an awareness of the cultural and linguistic differences that affect the translation process
• To prepare students for careers in translation, editing, and related fields

Program Requirements

The Master of Arts in Translation program requires the completion of 34 credit hours, including:

• 13 credit hours of required courses
• 12 credit hours of elective courses
• 9 credit hours of thesis work

Required Courses

The required courses for the Master of Arts in Translation program are:

• Theory of Translation (3 credit hours)
• Contrastive Linguistics (3 credit hours)
• Research Methods (1 credit hour)
• Translation of Arabic and English Texts 1 (3 credit hours)
• Linguistics and Translation (3 credit hours)

Elective Courses

The elective courses for the Master of Arts in Translation program include:

• Legal Translation (3 credit hours)
• Media Translation (3 credit hours)
• Cultural Orientation in Translation Studies (3 credit hours)
• Scientific and Technical Translation (3 credit hours)
• Translation Criticism (3 credit hours)
• Translation of Religious Texts (3 credit hours)
• Literary Translation (3 credit hours)
• Computer-Assisted Translation (3 credit hours)
• Lexicography and Terminology (3 credit hours)
• Consecutive Interpretation (3 credit hours)
• Translation of Arabic and English Texts 2 (3 credit hours)
• Business Translation (3 credit hours)
• Translation of Speeches and Political Texts (3 credit hours)

Thesis

The thesis for the Master of Arts in Translation program is a 15,000-word research project that is completed under the supervision of a faculty member. The thesis can be on a topic related to translation theory, translation practice, or a comparative study of different translations.

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements for the Master of Arts in Translation program can be found on the university's website.

About the University

Sharjah University is a leading institution of higher education in the United Arab Emirates, offering a range of undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields. The university is committed to providing high-quality education and research opportunities to its students, and to contributing to the development of the region through its academic and research programs.