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US6222001 - BACHELOR OF ARTS IN TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETATION WITH HONOURS

  • OVERVIEW

    Synopsis:
    Translation and interpretation courses provide knowledge about translation and interpretation theories, along with practical training in these fields. Students are introduced to translation/interpretation methods; processes such as editing, computer-assisted translation, interpreting, subtitling, localization, and more; cultural elements in language; and professional ethics in this domain.

    Course Objectives:
    The objective of this program is to produce graduates who not only understand translation and interpretation theories but also can apply the methods learned in translation and interpretation tasks. Graduates will be able to understand various types of interpretation (e.g., consecutive, simultaneous), and be proficient in Malay, English (and other languages), and capable of translating and interpreting in these languages. The program also aims to produce graduates who can work in various industries and organizations both locally and internationally, contributing to the country as intermediaries in language, culture, politics, and social matters. Additionally, graduates are expected to be professional in handling translation and interpretation tasks.

    Graduation Requirement :
    1. Foundation (including Humanitise Module and Major) : 74 Units
    2. Open Elective Courses : 20 Units
    3. Electives : 10 Units
    4. University Course : 16 -22 Units
    Total : 120 Units

    School of Humanities,
    Universiti Sains Malaysia,
    11800 Penang, Malaysia.
    http://humanities.usm.my

    Duration : 3 ½ Years / 7 Semesters
    Medium Instruction : Malay Language
    Semester Offered : Semester 1 (October)

  • REQUIREMENTS

    • STPMKPM MATRICULATION / FOUNDATION STUDIES (UM/UKM/UiTM)DIPLOMA / EQUIVALENT – A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT, SAM, AND OTHERS
      STPM:

      i. Passed Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) examination with a minimum CGPA of 2.67

      AND

      ii. Obtain at least a Grade B- (NGMP 2.67) in the following subjects:

      • General Studies
      • Any two (2) of the following subjects:
        • Malay Language
        • Geography
        • History
        • Economics
        • Communicative Malay Literature
        • Literature in English
        • Biology
        • Physics
        • Chemistry
        • Mathematics M / Mathematics T

      AND

      iii. Obtain at least a Grade B+ in Bahasa Melayu (Malay Language) and a Grade B in English /English Literature at the SPM level.

      AND

      iv. Obtain at least Band 4.0 in MUET or its equivalent.
      KPM MATRICULATION / FOUNDATION STUDIES (UM/UKM/UiTM):

      i. Pass the MOE Matriculation /Foundation Studies (UM/UKM/UiTM) with a minimum CGPA of 2.67

      AND

      ii. Obtain at least Grade B- (2.67) in any two (2) of the following subjects:

      • Accounting
      • Financial Accounting
      • Management Accounting
      • Business Management
      • Business and Technology
      • Economics
      • Mathematics
      • Biology
      • Physics
      • Chemistry

      OR

      iii. Obtain at least Grade B- (2.67) in three (3) subjects at the UiTM TESL Foundation level.

      OR

      iv. Obtain at least Grade B- (2.67) in three (3) specialization subjects at the UiTM Law Foundation level.

      OR

      v. Obtain at least Grade B- (2.67) in three (3) core specialization subjects at the UM Social Science Foundation level.

      AND

      vi. Obtain at least Grade B+ in Bahasa Melayu and Grade B in English / English Literature at the SPM level

      AND

      vii. Obtain at least MUET Band 4.0 or its equivalent.
      DIPLOMA / EQUIVALENT – A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT, SAM, AND OTHERS:

      Possess a Diploma in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.67

      OR

      Pass A-Levels with a minimum score of 9 and obtain at least a Grade C in the following subjects:

      • Literature in English
      • Economics
      • Sociology / Psychology

      OR

      Pass the International Baccalaureate (IB) with a minimum score of 26 and obtain at least a score of 6 at the High Level (HL) in the following subjects:

      • Language A1
      • History

      AND

      Obtain at least a score of 5 at the Standard Level (SL) in one (1) other subject.

      OR

      Pass AUSMAT/SAM with a minimum aggregate of 68 and obtain at least a Grade B in the following subjects:

      • English as a Second Language Studies
      • English Studies
      • Economics

      OR

      Possess other qualifications recognised as its equivalent and approved by the University Senate.

      AND

      Obtain at least a Grade B+ in Bahasa Melayu and a Grade B in English / English Literature at the SPM level.

      AND

      Obtain at least MUET Band 4.0 or its equivalent.

  • FEES

    • TYPE OF FEESAMOUNT (RM)
      TYPE OF FEES: Tuition Fees
      AMOUNT (RM):

      510.00
      TYPE OF FEES: Recurrent Fee (Payable every semester)
      AMOUNT (RM):

      550.00
      TYPE OF FEES: Per semester
      AMOUNT (RM):

      1,060.00
      TYPE OF FEES: Non-Recurrent Fee (Payable upon registration)
      AMOUNT (RM):

      720.00
      TYPE OF FEES: ** Fees are subject to change

  • LIST OF COURSE

    • Semester 1

      • Fundamentals of Humanities
      • Digital Humanities
      • Critical Thinking
      • Basic Interpretation Skills

      Semester 2

      • Basic Translation Skills
      • Introduction to Translation

    • Semester 1

      • Translation Theory and Methods I
      • Style and Comparative Grammar
      • Meaning and Translation

      Semester 2

      • Translation Theory and Methods II
      • Interpretation Preparation
      • Media and Translation

    • Semester 1

      • Technology in Translation
      • Community-Based Interpretation
      • Translation Project (1 Session Course)
      • Sociocultural Aspects and Translation

      Semester 2

      • Translation Editing and Evaluation
      • Translation Project (1 Session Course)
      • Lexicography and Terminology
      • Conference Interpretation

    • Semester 1

      • Industrial Training

  • CAREER PROSPECTS

    Position

    • Translator
    • Interpreter
    • Editor
    • Lexicographer (Dictionary Compiler)
    • Administrative Officer
    • Writer / Author
    • Teacher
    • Lecturer

     

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Undergraduate

Student Admission Unit
Academic Management Division, Registry, Level 2, Chancellory Building, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia.

Tel : 1 300 888 876 / +604-6533196
Fax : +604 653 3328

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