Translation & Interpreting
If you are interested in a career as a Translator and Interpreter and/or you want to improve your language skills, this program is perfect for you!Our Translation & Interpreting Program includes advanced writing courses and public speaking, as well as business language courses. Our programs are focusing on English and the languages of Japan and Korea. Our instructors are outstanding translators and interpreters with strong teaching experience and a passion for sharing their knowledge.
Arbutus College graduates are ready to meet the challenges of today’s competitive environment.
• Foundation certificate (2 months)
Foundation Certificate in Translation & Interpreting
(Korean/English, Japanese/English)
2 months (of academic studies)
In today’s world, where borders are disappearing and melting-pot communities are more and more important, building bridges between cultures and accurate communication between speakers of different languages has never been more important.
This program will give you an understanding of the potential career as a Translator and Interpreter and will help you improve and strengthen your language skills. We focus on English and the languages of Japan and Korea. Our instructors are outstanding translators and interpreters who are recognized leaders in their profession. They have strong teaching experience and a passion for sharing their knowledge.
Our graduates are ready to meet the challenges of today’s competitive environment.
Possible careers
• Translation and Interpreting
• Office Administration
Key points
• Course length: 2 months
• Starting every month (see Calendar)
• Total minimum credits: 12
• Credits can articulate directly into a Honours Certificate in Translation and Interpreting
Core subjects
• Translation (Japanese to English)
• Translation (English to Japanese)
• Interpreting
Or
•
• Translation (Korean to English)
• Translation (English to Korean)
• Interpreting
Elective subjects
• Business English
• Business Communication
• Computer Graphics
• MS Office Suite
University Education
• This program can prepare students for entry to university-level programs in Translation and Interpreting in North America and overseas.
Certificate in Translation & Interpreting
(Korean/English, Japanese/English)
3 months (of academic studies)
In today’s world, where borders are disappearing and melting-pot communities are more and more important, building bridges between cultures and accurate communication between speakers of different languages has never been more important.
This program will give you an understanding of the potential career as a Translator and Interpreter and will help you improve and strengthen your language skills. We focus on English and the languages of Japan and Korea. Our instructors are outstanding translators and interpreters who are recognized leaders in their profession. They have strong teaching experience and a passion for sharing their knowledge.
Our graduates are ready to meet the challenges of today’s competitive environment.
Possible careers
• Translation and Interpreting
• Office Administration
Key points
• Course length: 3 months
• Starting every month (see Calendar)
• Total minimum credits: 18
• Credits can articulate directly into a Honours Certificate in Translation and Interpreting
Core subjects
• Translation (Japanese to English)
• Translation (English to Japanese)
• Interpreting
Or
•
• Translation (Korean to English)
• Translation (English to Korean)
• Interpreting
Elective subjects
• Business English
• Business Communication
• Computer Graphics
• MS Office Suite
University Education
• This program can prepare students for entry to university-level programs in Translation and Interpreting in North America and overseas.
Honours Certificate in Translation & Interpreting
(Korean/English, Japanese/English)
4 months (of academic studies)
In today’s world, where borders are disappearing and melting-pot communities are more and more important, building bridges between cultures and accurate communication between speakers of different languages has never been more important.
This program will give you an understanding of the potential career as a Translator and Interpreter and will help you improve and strengthen your language skills. We focus on English and the languages of Japan and Korea. Our instructors are outstanding translators and interpreters who are recognized leaders in their profession. They have strong teaching experience and a passion for sharing their knowledge.
Our graduates are ready to meet the challenges of today’s competitive environment.
Possible careers
• Administration
• Translation and Interpreting
Key points
• Course length: 4 months
• Starting every month (see Calendar)
• Total minimum credits: 24
• Credits can articulate directly into a Honours Certificate in Translation and Interpreting
Core subjects
• Translation (Japanese to English)
• Translation (English to Japanese)
• Interpreting
Or
•
• Translation (Korean to English)
• Translation (English to Korean)
• Interpreting
Elective subjects
• Business English
• Business Communication
• Computer Graphics
• MS Office Suite
University Education
This program can prepare students for entry to university-level programs in Translation and Interpreting in North America and overseas.
Diploma in Translation & Interpreting
(Korean/English, Japanese/English)
6 months (of academic studies)
In today’s world, where borders are disappearing and melting-pot communities are more and more important, building bridges between cultures and accurate communication between speakers of different languages has never been more important.
This program will prepare you for a career as a Translator and Interpreter and will help you improve and strengthen your language skills. You will get a strong understanding of the professional aspects of translation and interpreting and will be able to apply theories to practice. Emphasis is placed on professional translation and interpreting.
We focus on English and the languages of Japan and Korea. Our instructors are outstanding translators and interpreters who are recognized leaders in their profession. They have strong teaching experience and a passion for sharing their knowledge.
Our graduates are ready to meet the challenges of today’s competitive environment.
Possible careers
• Administration
• Translation and Interpreting
Key points
• Course length: 6 months
• Starting every month (see Calendar)
• Total minimum credits: 72
• Credits can articulate directly into a Honours Certificate in Translation and Interpreting
Core subjects
• Translation (Japanese to English)
• Translation (English to Japanese)
• Interpreting
Or
•
• Translation (Korean to English)
• Translation (English to Korean)
• Interpreting
Elective subjects
• Business English
• Business Communication
• Computer Graphics
• MS Office Suite
University Education
This program can prepare students for entry to university-level programs in Translation and Interpreting in North America and overseas.
Work Experience Diploma in Translation & Interpreting
(Korean/English, Japanese/English)
6 months (of academic studies)
2 months (co-op work experience)
In today’s world, where borders are disappearing and melting-pot communities are more and more important, building bridges between cultures and accurate communication between speakers of different languages has never been more important.
This program will prepare you for a career as a Translator and Interpreter and will help you improve and strengthen your language skills. You will get a strong understanding of all the professional aspects of translation and interpreting and will be able to apply theories to practice. Emphasis is placed on professional translation and interpreting.
We focus on English and the languages of Japan and Korea. Our instructors are outstanding translators and interpreters who are recognized leaders in their profession. They have strong teaching experience and a passion for sharing their knowledge. This program includes a two-month business work experience in carefully selected local companies.
Prepare for your career by getting valuable Canadian work experience!
Possible careers
• Administration
• Translation and Interpreting
Key points
• Course length: 6 months
• Co-op work experience: 2 months
• Starting every month (see Calendar)
• Total minimum credits: 92
Core subjects
• Translation (Japanese to English)
• Translation (English to Japanese)
• Interpreting
Or
•
• Translation (Korean to English)
• Translation (English to Korean)
• Interpreting
Elective subjects
• Business English
• Business Communication
• Computer Graphics
• MS Office Suite
University Education
This program can prepare students for entry to university-level programs in Translation and Interpreting in North America and overseas.
Co-op Diploma in Translation & Interpreting
(Korean/English, Japanese/English)
6 months (of academic studies)
6 months (co-op work experience)
In today’s world, where borders are disappearing and melting-pot communities are more and more important, building bridges between cultures and accurate communication between speakers of different languages has never been more important.
This program will prepare you for a career as a Translator and Interpreter and will help you improve and strengthen your language skills. You will get a strong understanding of the professional aspects of translation and interpreting and will be able to apply theories to practice. Emphasis is placed on professional translation and interpreting.
We focus on English and the languages of Japan and Korea. Our instructors are outstanding translators and interpreters who are recognized leaders in their profession. They have strong teaching experience and a passion for sharing their knowledge. This program includes a six-month business work experience in carefully selected local companies.
Prepare for your career by getting valuable Canadian work experience!
Possible careers
• Administration
• Translation and Interpreting
Key points
• Course length: 6 months
• Co-op work experience: 6 months
• Starting every month (see Calendar)
• Total minimum credits: 102
• Credits can articulate directly into a Honours Certificate in Translation and Interpreting
Core subjects
• Translation (Japanese to English)
• Translation (English to Japanese)
• Interpreting
Or
•
• Translation (Korean to English)
• Translation (English to Korean)
• Interpreting
Elective subjects
• Business English
• Business Communication
• Computer Graphics
• MS Office Suite
University Education
This program can prepare students for entry to university-level programs in Translation and Interpreting in North America and overseas.
