Bachelor in Translation and Living Languages
Bachelor in Translation and Living Languages
The Translation and Living Languages program at the Lebanese Canadian University – LCU prepares students to master multiple living languages and to develop professional translation and communication skills across cultural and linguistic contexts. The program focuses on language proficiency, translation techniques, linguistics, and intercultural communication, enabling students to translate accurately and effectively between different languages. Through a combination of theoretical study and practical application, students acquire strong written and oral communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and cultural awareness. Emphasizing professional ethics and contemporary translation practices, the program prepares graduates for careers in translation, interpretation, language services, education, media, and related fields, as well as for advanced academic studies.
Program Curriculum (105 Credits)
| # | Code | Course Title | Credits | Prerequesites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | COM 200 | Professional Communication Skills | 3 | - |
| 2 | INF 200 | Introduction to Office Automation | 3 | - |
| 3 | LAN 200 | Mastering of Arabic Language | 3 | - |
| 4 | LAN 210 | Mastering of French Language | 3 | - |
| 5 | LAN 220 | Mastering of English Language | 3 | - |
| 6 | ADM 200 | Principles of Management | 3 | - |
| 7 | LAN 230 | Writing Techniques | 3 | LAN 200, LAN 210, LAN 220 |
| 8 | LIB 200-7 | Introduction to Intercultural | 3 | - |
| 9 | STM 200-2 | Sciences (STEM) | 3 | - |
| 10 | TRA 200 | Introduction to the Fields of Translation | 3 | - |
| 11 | ACT 300 | News Analysis | 3 | - |
| 12 | ENT 300 | Entrepreneurship | 3 | - |
| 13 | LIB 300-4 | Italian | 3 | - |
| 14 | TRA 300 | Methodology of Translation and Key Concepts | 3 | TRA 200 |
| 15 | TRA 310 | General Translation | 3 | TRA 200 |
| 16 | TRA 320 | Literary Translation | 3 | TRA 200 |
| 17 | LIB 300-12 | Dramatic Arts | 3 | - |
| 18 | MAR 300 | Marketing | 3 | - |
| 19 | TRA 330 | Political Translation | 3 | TRA 300, TRA 310 |
| 20 | TRA 340 | Legal Translation | 3 | TRA 300, TRA 310 |
| 21 | TRA 350 | Medical Translation | 3 | TRA 300, TRA 310 |
| 22 | TRA 360 | Literary Translation | 3 | TRA 300, TRA 310 |
| 23 | TRA 370 | Contemporary Theories and Translation Problems | 3 | - |
| 24 | LIB 400-6 | Sign System and Semiotics | 3 | - |
| 25 | TRA 400 | Economic Translation and Marketing | 3 | - |
| 26 | TRA 410 | Political Translation | 3 | - |
| 27 | TRA 420 | Legal and Sworn Translation | 3 | - |
| 28 | TRA 430 | Technical and Scientific Translation | 3 | - |
| 29 | TRA 440 | Film Translation | 3 | - |
| 30 | LAW 400 | Lebanese Labor Law | 3 | - |
| 31 | POL 400 | International Politics | 3 | - |
| 32 | TRA 450 | Translation and Adaptation | 3 | - |
| 33 | TRA 460 | Text Editing | 3 | - |
| 34 | TRA 470 | Introduction to Interpretation | 3 | - |
| 35 | TRA 480 | Practice in Workplace | 3 | - |
