Bachelor in English Language and Translation

• Students will acquire a profound understanding of basic translation and interpreting principles, strategies, and methods, aligning with international standards for language translation.
• Students will critically evaluate and apply major theories and schools in translation, linguistics, and literature, demonstrating a comprehensive grasp of critical approaches within the field.
• Students will develop cultural proficiency in the socio-cultural contexts associated with Arabic and English languages, ensuring culturally sensitive and accurate translations.
• Students will demonstrate advanced language skills, including vocabulary, terminology, and idioms, enabling them to produce high-quality written texts and engage in coherent conversations in English.
• Students will proficiently utilize various resources and computer-assisted translation tools, staying abreast of technological advancements in the field.
• Students will apply theories of linguistics and translation in discourse analysis, utilizing a deep understanding of linguistic principles to enhance translation accuracy.
• Students will employ a range of translation strategies and methods tailored to the nature and domain of the text, showcasing adaptability and versatility in their translation approaches.
• Students will conduct authentic research in translation studies, demonstrating the ability to contribute to the scholarly discourse within the field.
• Students will adhere to the highest standards of professionalism and ethics in the translation profession, understanding and applying regulations governing the industry.
• Students will work effectively and efficiently, both independently and collaboratively, to accomplish translation projects within specified timeframes, preparing them for success in the dynamic job market.

Jordanian General Secondary Certificate with min 60% average in the following branches: Scientific, Scientific – Medical Field, Scientific – Engineering Field, Scientific – Pure Sciences Field, Literary, Comprehensive Health Education, Informatics Administration, Sharia, Commercial, Hotel, Household Economy.

University Requirement – 24 Credit Hours

Compulsory Courses – 15 Credit Hours

A0110151 – National Education – 3 Credit Hours
A0110144 – Arabic Communication Skills – 3 Credit Hours
A0110155 – Military Sciences – 3 Credit Hours
A0110143 – English Communication Skills – 3 Credit Hours
A0110154 – Life Skills – 1 Credit Hour
A0110153 – Leadership and Societal Responsibility – 1 Credit Hour
A0110152 – Entrepreneurship and Innovation – 1 Credit Hour

Elective Courses – 6 Credit Hours

A0110163 – Archeology and Tourism in Jordan – 3 Credit Hours
A0110161 – Islamic Culture – 3 Credit Hours
A0110164 – Development and Environment – 3 Credit Hours
A0110165 – Contemporary Issues – 3 Credit Hours
A0110162 – History of Jordan and Palestine – 3 Credit Hours
A0411601 – Legal Education and Human Rights – 3 Credit Hours
A0110166 – Media and Public Relations – 3 Credit Hours

Elective Courses – 3 Credit Hours

A0871103 – Principles of Renewable Energy – 3 Credit Hours
A0110168 – Digital Literacy and Artificial Intelligence – 3 Credit Hours
A1321100 – Sport and Health – 3 Credit Hours
A0110281 – Society Health – 3 Credit Hours
A0110167 – Critical Thinking Skills – 3 Credit Hours

Faculty Requirement – 21 Credit Hours

Compulsory Courses – 21 Credit Hours

A1311301 – Research Methods in Human Sciences – 3 Credit Hours
A0110173 – Human Thought – 3 Credit Hours
A0131301 – Health Psychology – 3 Credit Hours
A0111113 – English for Specific Purposes – 3 Credit Hours
A0110172 – Art of Writing and Expression – 3 Credit Hours
A0110171 – History of Natural Sciences – 3 Credit Hours
A0110174 – Literary Appreciation – 3 Credit Hours

Major Requirement – 66 Credit Hours

Compulsory Courses – 63 Credit Hours

A01113501 – Dictionaries and Terminology – 3 Credit Hours
A01112401 – English Novel – 3 Credit Hours
A01112204 – English Grammar (2) – 3 Credit Hours
A01114901 – Graduation Project – 3 Credit Hours
A01114601 – Audiovisual Translation – 3 Credit Hours
A01112602 – General Translation (Arabic-English) – 3 Credit Hours
A01113603 – Translation Technology – 3 Credit Hours
A01113402 – Comparative Literature – 3 Credit Hours
A01112601 – General Translation (English-Arabic) – 3 Credit Hours
A01111201 – English Grammar (1) – 3 Credit Hours
A01113201 – Phonetics and Phonology – 3 Credit Hours
A01113602 – Media Translation – 3 Credit Hours
A01112701 – Arabic Syntax and Morphology – 3 Credit Hours
A01114602 – Consecutive and Simultaneous Interpreting (1) – 3 Credit Hours
A01113601 – Legal Translation – 3 Credit Hours
A01112501 – Translation Theories – 3 Credit Hours
A01114603 – Consecutive & Simultaneous Interpreting (2) – 3 Credit Hours
A01113702 – Contemporary Civilization – 3 Credit Hours
A01111401 – Introduction to Literature – 3 Credit Hours
A01112202 – Introduction to English Linguistics – 3 Credit Hours
A01114802 – Field Training – 3 Credit Hours

Elective Courses – 3 Credit Hours

A01112203 – Pronunciation and Speech – 3 Credit Hours
A01113605 – Editing and Proofreading – 3 Credit Hours
A01113701 – (Course Title Not Provided) – 3 Credit Hours
A01113604 – Technical Translation – 3 Credit Hours
A01114605 – Advanced Legal Translation – 3 Credit Hours
A01113204 – Semantics and Pragmatics – 3 Credit Hours

Free Elective – 21 Credit Hours

Compulsory Courses – 21 Credit Hours

A01092100 – Listening and Speaking – 3 Credit Hours
A01092601 – Technical and Professional Writing – 3 Credit Hours
A01094701 – Research Writing – 3 Credit Hours
A01091100 – Reading Comprehension – 3 Credit Hours
A01093602 – Journalistic Writing – 3 Credit Hours
A01091105 – Principles of Writing – 3 Credit Hours
A01092103 – Essay Writing – 3 Credit Hours

Complementary Requirement – 9 Credit Hours

Compulsory Courses – 9 Credit Hours

A0110191 – Computer Skills (Remedial) – 3 Credit Hours
A0110141 – English Language (Remedial) – 3 Credit Hours
A0110142 – Arabic Language (Remedial) – 3 Credit Hours