Translation l Description From 2018

I. LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. Understanding basic knowledge of social sciences, natural sciences, and systematic knowledge of Technical English Translation and Interpretation

• Presenting basic knowledge of social sciences and humanities as well as natural sciences to acquire professional education knowledge and meet the requirements of higher education.
• Describing foundational knowledge of the English major and Technical English Translation and Interpretation, along with the basic characteristics of British-American, Southeast Asian cultures, literature, and intercultural communication.

2. Applying new knowledge based on analytical skills and critical thinking

• Applying English language skills, as well as methods, techniques, and strategies for English-Vietnamese and Vietnamese-English translation and interpretation appropriately.
• Collecting, analyzing, and refining information effectively, as well as applying new knowledge in English translation and interpretation practices.

3. Developing communication and teamwork skills effectively within and beyond professional contexts

• Developing communication and presentation skills to work well in professional and non-professional contexts.
• Enhancing teamwork skills and demonstrating professional behavior in multicultural work environments.

4. Forming ideas, designing, deploying, and applying knowledge and technology in Technical English Translation and Interpretation

• Recognizing the role of English and English-Vietnamese, Vietnamese-English translation and interpretation in the era of globalization.
• Identifying career goals and proposing plans to achieve those goals.
• Designing processes for translation, editing, proofreading, and evaluating translation and interpretation products.
• Designing and implementing effective processes for translation, editing, and product evaluation.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of technology and applying it appropriately in Technical English Translation and Interpretation.

II. DISTRIBUTION OF KNOWLEDGE BASE

1. General Knowledge (36 Credits)

Compulsory Courses (36 Credits):

• Political Theories and General Law (12 Credits).
• Social Sciences and Humanities (18 Credits).
• Introduction to English Linguistics (3 Credits).
• Advanced Office Informatics (3 Credits).

Elective Courses (0 Credits)

2. Specialized Knowledge (96 Credits)

Compulsory Courses (90 Credits)

• Basic and Specialized Courses (75 Credits).
• Graduate Internship (6 Credits): Practicum and Internship.
• Graduation Thesis or Alternative Courses (9 Credits)
  • Pragmatics.
  • Technology-Aided Translation and Interpretation.
  • Technical Interpretation.

Elective Courses (6 Credits) (Students choose 2 courses)

• Environmental Technology English OR Information Technology English.

         AND

• British Studies OR American Studies.

III. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

• Completing 132 credits, including compulsory and elective courses.
• Achieving a minimum level of English language proficiency equivalent to C1 of CEFR.
• Fulfilling National Defense Education requirements.
• Meeting the required scores for Community and Social Work.
• Completing all tuition fees.