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The MA in ArabicEnglish Translation lasts for twelve months and is designed for native speakers of Arabic, and speakers of English who have near-native competence in Arabic. The course combines training in English>Arabic and Arabic>English translation with a consideration of the theoretical issues involved in translation. It is therefore suitable both for prospective professional translators and for those wishing to go on to further academic study. The MA modules are mainly taught in the Department of Arabic. Translation Theory and Research Methods and Resources (RMR) are offered by the School of Modern Languages and Cultures (MLAC). Course structure The MA involves a combination of core modules, which are taken by all students, plus a number of optional modules, where students have a choice. The course structure of the MA is as follows: Core Courses: obligatory for all students Research Methods and Resources (30 UCUs) Translation Theory (30 UCUs) Translation practica Arabic>English, English>Arabic (30 UCUs) Dissertation (60 UCUs) Optional Modules: students choose two courses from the following options: Business and Technical Translation, Arabic>English, English>Arabic (15 UCUs) Legal Translation, Arabic>English, English>Arabic (15 UCUs) Interpreting (15 UCUs)