Russian Language

Program Description

Learning Outcomes

Requirements

Program Structure

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Russian Language
Institution
King Saud University
Location
Saudi Arabia
Total Tuition
$ 29870
Intakes
September
Application deadline
January
Application Fee
133
Program Description

The program aims to develop advanced linguistic proficiency and professional translation skills between Russian and Arabic. 

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Hosting Institution

King Saud University
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Learning Outcomes

Graduates are expected to achieve competencies in the following areas:
  • Bilingual Proficiency: Mastery of reading, writing, and speaking in both Russian and Arabic.
  • Translation & Interpretation Skills: Ability to perform written translation and oral (consecutive and simultaneous) interpreting across diverse fields, including economic, legal, political, and technical sectors.
  • Cultural Awareness: Deep understanding of Russian cultural history, literature, and society to facilitate effective intercultural communication.
  • Research & Technical Skills: Proficiency in conducting linguistic research and using modern technologies, including AI-assisted translation tools.
  • Professional Ethics: Commitment to the ethical standards of the translation profession.

Requirements

  • Secondary Education: A high school diploma (Science or Humanities track) with a high competitive GPA.
  • Standardized Tests:
    • General Aptitude Test (GAT): Required for all Saudi applicants.
    • Achievement Test (SAAT): Required for ranking within the Humanities track.
  • Common First Year (CFY): Students must first complete the Humanities Colleges Track. Direct entry into the major occurs after the CFY based on the student’s GPA and the department’s capacity.
  • Age and Conduct: Applicants must be under 25 years old, have a record of good conduct, and pass a medical fitness exam.

Program Structure

Common First Year – First Semester
Course Code Course Name Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours University / College / Department
ENGL 100 English Language Compulsory 6 University
FGB 101 Fitness and Health Culture Compulsory 1 University
NHG 101 University Skills Compulsory 3 University
STAT 102 Introduction to Statistics Compulsory 3 University
TQN 102 Computer Skills Compulsory 3 University

Common First Year – Second Semester
Course Code Course Name Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours Department
160 Grammar 1 Compulsory 4 Department
161 Reading 1 Compulsory 4 Department
162 Listening & Speaking 1 Compulsory 4 Department
163 Writing 1 Compulsory 4 Department
164 Russian Phonetics Compulsory 2 Department
Second Year – First Semester
Course Code Course Name Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours College / Department
260 Grammar 2 Compulsory 4 College
261 Reading 2 Compulsory 4 Department
262 Listening & Speaking 2 Compulsory 4 Department
263 Writing 2 Compulsory 4 Department
Second Year – Second Semester
Course Code Course Name Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours College / Department
— University Requirement Course Compulsory 2 College
ARB 118 Reading Skills Compulsory 2 College
270 Grammar 3 Compulsory 4 Department
273 Reading 3 Compulsory 4 Department
274 Listening & Speaking 3 Compulsory 4 Department
275 Writing 3 Compulsory 4 Department
Third Year – First Semester
Course Code Course Name Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours College / Department
— University Requirement Course Compulsory 2 College
ARB 140 Writing Skills Compulsory 2 College
360 Grammar 4 Compulsory 4 Department
361 Introduction to Linguistics Compulsory 4 Department
362 Derivational Morphology Compulsory 2 Department
363 Writing 4 Compulsory 2 Department
364 Syntax 1 Compulsory 2 Department
Third Year – Second Semester
Course Code Course Name Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours College / Department
— University Requirement Course Compulsory 2 College
ARB 234 Grammar 1 Compulsory 3 College
370 Introduction to Stylistics Compulsory 4 Department
371 Russian Morphology Compulsory 2 Department
372 Introduction to Translation Compulsory 2 Department
373 Syntax 2 Compulsory 4 Department
374 Russian Language Culture Compulsory 2 Department
Fourth Year – First Semester
Course Code Course Name Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours College / Department
— University Requirement Course Compulsory 2 College
ARB 255 Specialized Writing Compulsory 2 College
460 Translation of Literary Texts Compulsory 4 Department
461 Issues and Problems in Translation Compulsory 2 Department
462 Translation of Political Texts Compulsory 2 Department
463 Translation of Economic Texts Compulsory 3 Department
464 Translation of Scientific Texts Compulsory 2 Department
465 Computer Applications in Translation Compulsory — Department
Fourth Year – Second Semester
Course Code Course Name Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours College / Department
470 Applied Stylistics Compulsory 3 College
471 Oral Translation Compulsory 2 Department
472 Translation of Islamic Texts Compulsory 4 Department
473 Translation of Legal Texts Compulsory 3 Department

University Requirements (Elective)

The student must choose 2 credit hours from the following courses:

Course Code Course Name Credit Hours
SAL 100 Studies in Syrah (Prophet’s Life) 2
SAL 101 Fundamentals of Islamic Culture 2
SAL 102 Family in Islam 2
SAL 103 Economic System in Islam 2
SAL 104 Political System in Islam 2
SAL 105 Human Rights 2
SAL 106 Medical Fqih 2
SAL 107 Work Ethic 2
SAL 108 Contemporary Issues 2
SAL 109 Women’s Role in Development 2
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Program Overview
Study Format
On-campus
Program Level
Bachelor
Language Of Materials
English
Language Of Teaching
English
Mode
Full-time
Duration By Months
48
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Contact Admission
King Saud University
Phone Number
+966114696666
Email
languages@ksu.edu.sa

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