Al Ain University (Previously, Al Ain University Of Science & Technology)

Abu Dhabi, AE

80022864P. O. Box: 64141, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

Al Ain University (Previously, Al Ain University Of Science & Technology)

Abu Dhabi, AE

80022864P. O. Box: 64141, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Translation

College of Education, Humanities & Social Sciences

Bachelor

Al Ain University (Previously, Al Ain University Of Science & Technology)

Overview

Our English language and translation program at AAU will prepare you for a promising career as a professional translator and interpreter into and out of English and Arabic in areas specific to national and international job market needs.

Typical Job Titles

Translation Centers
Schools
Embassies
Ministries
International Organisations
Local and International Companies
Local Community Institutions
Press and Media

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Fall 2026 applications are now open! Apply today and get ready to begin an exciting journey at Al Ain University (Previously, Al Ain University Of Science & Technology).

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Tuition & Fees

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Program Details

Degree level: Bachelor
Credit hours: 120 credits
College: College of Education, Humanities & Social Sciences

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to:

Develop English language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing
Apply translation theories, methodologies, and knowledge to address fundamental questions

Academic Requirements3

1UAE Secondary School Certificate (Science/Advance, Or General, Or Elite) or its equivalent approved by the UAE Ministry of Education, with a minimum average of 60%
2Valid English Language Proficiency Certificate (IELTS Academic 5, TOEFL iTP 500, or EmSAT 1100)
3Students below 60% may be accepted with 3 remedial courses

Program Requirements4

1Complete a total of 120 credit hours
2General University Education (33 CR.H.), college requirements (15 CR.H.), core courses (42 CR.H.), professional courses (24 CR.H.), elective courses (6 CR.H.)
3Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 out of 4
4Complete the program in a period of no less than 6 semesters and no more than 14 semesters

Required Documents15

All of these are required to apply.

1UAE Secondary School Certificate (Science/advance Or Arts/general) or its equivalent
2A General Secondary school certificate/ transcript, or its equivalent certified by the Ministry of Education in the UAE. Or a certified copy of it.
3In case the General Secondary Education certificate is issued from abroad; an equivalency from the UAE Ministry of Education must be submitted.
4A valid English Language Proficiency certificate according to the required score in each specialization
5A copy of a valid passport.
6A valid Emirates ID
7Two passport-sized photographs.
8A Health Certificate.
9Technical secondary certificate, certified copy may be submitted.
10A certificate of equivalency that is issued by the Ministry of Education in the UAE.
11An official and attested transcript from the previous University or college showing all earned credits and grades, along with the university’s course catalog, describing the courses the student had previously taken.
12The transcript must be certified from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates if the student has studied at a university from outside the country.
13certificate of equivalency for the diploma issued by the UAE Ministry of Education, if the diploma is from a country other than the UAE
14Official letter from the original University providing a list of the courses in which a student is allowed to register.
15Personal photo.