Translation Studies: English and Armenian

Admission Requirements

Admission to the “Translation Studies: English and Armenian” Bachelor’s programme is conducted in accordance with the Procedure for Admission to State and Non-State Higher Education Institutions of the Republic of Armenia (by Bachelor’s educational programme), established by Decision No. 597-N of the Government of the Republic of Armenia, dated 26 April 2012.

Applicants are required to sit entrance examinations in Armenian Language and Literature (written) and English (written).

Programme Objectives

The “Translation Studies: English and Armenian” Bachelor’s programme is designed to develop students’ professional translation competencies by providing comprehensive knowledge of the field of Translation Studies, together with the theoretical and practical foundations required to understand, interpret and analyse contemporary approaches, methods and issues in translation. The programme also equips students with the practical skills required to undertake translation work across a range of professional fields and produce high-quality written and oral translations.

Programme Advantages

There is strong demand for qualified translators in Armenia, with diverse employment opportunities across a wide range of sectors. Upon completion of the programme, graduates will have acquired comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of Translation Studies and will be equipped to perform both written and oral translation across a variety of professional fields, significantly enhancing their competitiveness in the labour market.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the programme may pursue employment in a wide range of institutions and organisations, including the foreign relations departments of various ministries; international organisations and intergovernmental joint ventures operating in professional fields such as law, economics and politics; notarial offices; courts; banks; travel agencies; and other public and private-sector organisations.