Arabic Translation Studies

Program Type: Master's Degree
Established: 2017 (1396 Iranian Calendar)
Faculty Members: 2
Program Credits: 40

Program Overview
The Master's program in Arabic Translation Studies provides advanced training in professional translation and interpretation between Arabic and Persian. This specialized program combines theoretical foundations with practical application to develop expert translators capable of handling diverse textual genres and professional contexts.

Core Competencies
Students develop advanced skills in:
•    Legal, literary, and journalistic text translation
•    Simultaneous and consecutive interpretation
•    Translation theory and criticism
•    Cross-cultural communication strategies
•    Specialized terminology and equivalence

Comprehensive Curriculum
The program includes essential courses such as:
•    Translation Theories and Methodologies
•    Terminology and Equivalence Studies
•    Applied Linguistics and Semantics
•    Consecutive and Simultaneous Interpreting (Arabic-Persian/Persian-Arabic)
•    Comparative Criticism and Translation Evaluation
•    Literary Translation (Classical, Modern, and Postmodern works)
•    Specialized Text Translation (Political, Legal, Economic domains)

Professional Preparation
Upon completion, graduates are qualified to translate sophisticated works across multiple disciplines including literature, journalism, psychology, history, philosophy, and scientific texts, serving research centers, cultural organizations, and international institutions.
Career Opportunities
Primary Employment: Ministry of Education positions

Specialized Roles:
•    Certified official translator (Ministry of Justice licensing)
•    Independent translation office establishment
•    Embassy and diplomatic translation services
•    Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization translator
•    Cultural attaché translation support
•    International organization language services