Overview

Translation from Lebanese American University (LAU) instructs you in the art of written English/Arabic, Arabic/English translation, offers the option of translating from and into French, and trains you to accurately reproduce cultural, economic, legal, and technical texts in these languages. Moreover, it helps you improve you command of English, Arabic, and French (optional) by developing your lexical repertoire and polishing your writing style.

Careers

You can work in translation agencies, law firms, business firms, publishing houses, software companies, the media, local and international pharmaceutical companies, UN offices, governmental and non-governmental organizations, as well as public and private institutions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contrastive and Linguistics

Translation of UN and International Conferences

Translation of Audiovisuals

Translation of Official and Legal Documents

Translation of Business and Economics Texts

Translation of Technical Texts

Computer Applications and Tools

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

115

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

92 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Beirut, Lebanon

Disciplines

Translation & Interpreting Linguistics

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

115

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

High School Diploma.

A minimum of five subjects at the Ordinary Level, and one subject at the Advanced Level, or two Advanced Subsidiary Level subjects, excluding languages.

International Baccalaureate certificate from outside Lebanon.

One year of the CEGEP (Collège d’enseignement général et professionnel) in Québec, Canada.

English Proficiency

A recent passport-size photo.

A clear photocopy of your identity card or passport

Official transcript from schools you attended in the last three years.

Certified copies of all official certificates or diplomas when available.

Official SAT I or ACT scores.

Proof of English proficiency

If you are a U.S citizen or U.S. Green Card holder you must submit along with the application the W-9S form that can be downloaded from the IRS website, with proof of your social security number.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

18480 USD / year

≈ 18480 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

18480 USD / year

≈ 18480 USD / year

Living costs

Beirut

Lebanon

750 - 1600 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Beirut

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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