The MA in Audiovisual Translation (MAAT) program, delivered by TII, is designed to train specialists in the mediation of audiovisual texts, both for foreign language viewers and sensory-impaired audiences.

The flourishing field of audiovisual translation opens itself to fundamental and applied research in a wide range of domains. Taking audiovisual text as its focus area, research can address technical and technological issues, as well as linguistic and/or cultural and ideological issues. In audiovisual translation, socially oriented scholars will find ample space for applied research with an impact in domains such as television, the arts, cultural, and educational contexts.

In 2021, the Faculty of Translation and Interpreting (FTI) of the University of Geneva officially granted validation for the MAAT program.

Please note that this program is no longer accepting new applications.

Language

English

Program Duration

2 Years

Certification

Masters

Factsheet
  • Students are taught by CHSS faculty who are leading scholars and researchers in their fields, and by distinguished visiting professors specialized in Middle Eastern studies.
  • Students are introduced to professional activity through a local or international internship at a renowned institution.
  • The program is benchmarked against the highest international standards.

A two-year full-time program, or a three-year part-time program, that requires 39 credits with eight required courses, two electives, an internship, and a thesis.

All courses are conducted face to face and are classroom-based. They are taught in English and take place on campus at HBKU.

List of Courses:

Total of 39 credit hours

CodeCourse
AVT 621Current Trends in Audiovisual Translation
AVT 624Subtitling
AVT 627Voicing
AVT 636Intersensory Translation for Access
AVT 645Research Methods in Audiovisual Translation
TR 611Introduction to Translation Studies
TR 612Pragmatic Translation
TR 613Arabic Stylistics for Translators

CodeCourse
AVT 654Advanced Subtitling
AVT 655Advanced Dubbing
AVT 658Special Topics in Audiovisual Translation
AVT 659Introduction to Audiovisual Translation
DHS 660Digital Disinformation and Propaganda in the Middle East and North Africa
DHS 661Digital Writing
SS 600Thinking and Practicing Interdisciplinarity in the Humanities and the Social Sciences
TSD 624Translation Technologies
TSD 628Terminology
TSD 652Commercial Translation
TSD 653Media Translation
TSD 655Literary Translation
TSD 656Intercultural Translation
TSD 657Legal Translation
TSD 658Special Topics in Translation Studies
WSD 662Women and Gender in the Literature and Cinema of the Middle East and North Africa

CodeCourse Name
AVT 691Internship 

CodeCourse Name
AVT 695Master's Thesis Hours

CodeCourse Name
AVT 699Thesis Defense

Graduates of the program are equipped to:

  • Master the practical and technological skills required for a career in subtitling, dubbing, voiceover, subtitling for the hard of hearing and audio description.
  • Use their enhanced analytical skills in a practical setting.
  • Pursue careers in translation or opt for advanced research at the PhD level.

Applicants seeking admission to any of the MA degree programs should have a bachelorʼs degree in a relevant field with a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA out of 4) from a recognized university.

Applicants are required to submit a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or TOEFL score of 79 to demonstrate their English proficiency. The IELTS or TOEFL score must be no more than two years old.

IELTS or TOEFL requirements will not be waived under any circumstances for applicants to the MA in Audiovisual Translation and the MA in Translation Studies. No previous degrees acquired in the English-language will exempt applicants from this requirement; nor will holding any specific passport. Applicants to the MA in Audiovisual Translation and MA in Translation Studies should have strong language proficiency in Arabic. Applicants will be assessed on their Arabic language skills during the admissions interview and through a written assessment.

To know more about the admission requirements, kindly visit CHSS Admissions.

Fees and Financial Information
Student Financial Information
ProgramProgram Tuition FeesProgram Duration
Master of Arts in Audiovisual TranslationQAR 97,5002 years