BA in Translation Mission, Educational Objectives and Student Outcomes

Program Mission

The BA in Translation program aims to graduate ethical and competent translators who demonstrate integrity and professionalism in translation; understand similarities and differences in self-expression among writers of English and Arabic; and apply diverse styles of communication suitable for each job market.

Program Educational Objectives

The BA in Translation program will:

• Provide students with a good command of translation theories and methodologies.
• Graduate ethical and professional translators capable of translating different cultural, economic, legal, and technical genres of texts.
• Equip students with research and critical thinking skills who produce accurate research-based translations that address textual demands.
• Graduate students who are ready to pursue postgraduate studies and/or assume translation jobs in reputable institutions or organizations.

Student Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to do the following:

• SO1. Compare translation theories and methodologies.
• SO2. Generate ethical and professional translations of different cultural, economic, legal, and technical genres of texts.
• SO3. Apply technological tools to facilitate translation.
• SO4. Determine the author’s voice, style, and culture in the target text.
• SO5. Apply ethical and professional translation strategies in real-life settings.