English Language and Translation

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

Bilingual Communication: Mastery of both English and Arabic, including the ability to communicate professionally in diverse oral and written contexts.

Specialized Translation: Ability to translate and interpret between source and target languages across specialized fields such as legal, political, scientific, and technical sectors.

Linguistic Analysis: Professional understanding of language systems, including syntax, morphology, and semantics in both languages to handle complex linguistic phenomena.

Theoretical Knowledge: Mastery of various theories, strategies, and approaches to translation and interpretation to solve practical translation problems.

Technological Integration: Proficiency in using computer-aided translation (CAT) tools, translation memory software, and modern research technologies.

Cultural Awareness: Ability to differentiate between main cultures associated with the English language and apply this cultural sensitivity to ensure accurate meaning transfer.

Professional Ethics: Adherence to the ethical standards of the translation profession and a commitment to personal and societal values.

Scientific Research: Capability to conduct basic scientific research within the field of translation and linguistics.

Common First Year (CFY): Successful completion of the Common First Year in the Humanities track.

STEP Test: A minimum score of 65 in the Standardized Test of English Proficiency (STEP) is required to enter the department after the first year.

Composite Score: Admission is highly competitive and based on a composite score derived from:
High School GPA.
General Aptitude Test (GAT/Qudrat).
Achievement Test (Tahsili).

Arabic Proficiency: Non-native speakers may be required to pass an Arabic Language Proficiency exam or complete a preparatory diploma before starting the bachelor’s program.

First Year – First Semester

First Year – Second Semester

Second Year – First Semester

Second Year – Second Semester

Third Year – First Semester

Third Year – Second Semester

Fourth Year – First Semester

Fourth Year – Second Semester