Spanish Language

Program Description

Learning Outcomes

Requirements

Program Structure

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

 The program emphasizes practical translation in various fields and aims to strengthen ties between Saudi Arabia and Spanish-speaking countries.

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Hosting Institution

King Saud University
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Learning Outcomes

Graduates are trained to achieve high-level professional competencies, including:
  • Bilingual Proficiency: Achieving speed, accuracy, and fidelity in translating complex texts from Spanish to Arabic and vice versa.
  • Specialized Translation Skills: Mastery of translating specialized materials in fields such as economics, law, politics, and religion, with a specific focus on navigating unique Islamic terminology.
  • Oral Interpretation: Proficiency in consecutive and bilateral interpreting, overcoming linguistic, cultural, and psychological barriers to convey meaning accurately in real-time.
  • Stylistic & Literary Analysis: Ability to recognize and employ expressive devices—such as rhetoric, metaphor, and imagery—in both translated and original Spanish texts.
  • Research & Project Management: Completion of a final graduation project where students translate a full work or conduct research that serves the local community or workplace.
  • Technological & Dictionary Skills: Proficiency in using specialized general and technical dictionaries and modern translation software.

Requirements

  • Academic Qualification: A high school diploma or its equivalent from a recognized institution is required.
  • Grade Point Average (GPA): Admission is highly competitive; most programs at KSU typically require a minimum secondary school GPA of 90% or higher for strong consideration.
  • Standardized Testing:
    • General Aptitude Test (GAT): Mandatory for Saudi nationals, assessing verbal and quantitative skills.
    • Achievement Test (SAAT): Often required to evaluate knowledge in specific subject areas.
  • Common First Year (CFY): Students are generally admitted to the Humanities Colleges Track for their first year. Progression into the Japanese major occurs after completing the CFY, with placement based on academic performance and available seats.
  • Age Limit: Applicants must typically be under 25 years of age at the time of application.
  • Departmental Approval: Certain departments may require a written examination or interview to assess suitability for the language program.

Program Structure

Common First Year – First Semester (University Requirements)
Course Code Course Title Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours Responsible Unit
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 Title Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours Responsible Unit
ARB 118 Reading Skills Compulsory 2 College
160 Reading and Writing (1) Compulsory 4 Department
161 Listening and Speaking (1) Compulsory 4 Department
162 Grammar and Vocabulary (1) Compulsory 4 Department
Second Year – First Semester
Course Code Course Title Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours Responsible Unit
ARB 100 Writing Skills Compulsory 2 College
260 Reading and Writing (2) Compulsory 4 Department
261 Listening and Speaking (2) Compulsory 4 Department
262 Grammar and Vocabulary (2) Compulsory 4 Department
263 Culture of the Spanish Language (1) Compulsory 4 Department
Second Year – Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours Responsible Unit
ARB 234 Grammar (1) Compulsory 3 College
270 Reading and Writing (3) Compulsory 4 Department
273 Listening and Speaking (3) Compulsory 4 Department
274 Advanced Grammar (1) Compulsory 4 Department
275 Culture of the Spanish Language (2) Compulsory 3 Department
Third Year – First Semester
Course Code Course Title Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours Responsible Unit
ARB 255 Specialized Writing Compulsory 2 College
360 Reading and Writing (4) Compulsory 4 Department
361 Listening and Speaking (4) Compulsory 4 Department
362 Advanced Grammar (2) Compulsory 2 Department
363 Introduction to Translation Compulsory 2 Department
364 Computer Applications in Translation Compulsory 2 Department
Third Year –Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours Responsible Unit
ARB 350 Applied Stylistics Compulsory 3 College
370 Written Translation (1) (Spanish–Arabic) Compulsory 4 Department
371 Scientific Research Methodology Compulsory 2 Department
372 Advanced Grammar (3) Compulsory 2 Department
374 Writing Styles Compulsory 4 Department
375 Introduction to Linguistics Compulsory 2 Department
Fourth Year – First Semester
Course Code Course Title Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours Responsible Unit
460 Written Translation (2) (Arabic–Spanish) Compulsory 4 Department
461 Oral Translation (1) (Spanish–Arabic) Compulsory 4 Department
462 Advanced Grammar (4) Compulsory 2 Department
463 Texts and Writing Styles Compulsory 2 Department
464 Issues and Problems in Translation and Arabization Compulsory 3 Department
465 Translation of Islamic Texts Compulsory 2 Department
Fourth Year – Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Compulsory / Optional Credit Hours Responsible Unit
470 Written Translation (3) (Arabic–Spanish) Compulsory 2 Department
471 Oral Translation (2) (Arabic–Spanish) Compulsory 4 Department
472 Stylistics and Literary Translation Compulsory 3 Department
473 Graduation Project Compulsory 3 Department
University Requirements

The student must choose one course (2 credit hours) from the following:

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
QUR 100 The Holy Qur’an 2
SAL 100 Studies in the Prophet’s Biography (Sirah) 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 Jurisprudence 2
SAL 107 Work Ethics 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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