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Certificate in Translation Studies in Japanese


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While the certificate does not prepare students to be full-fledged translators upon graduation, it provides them with the necessary focus to pursue further training in the profession. Furthermore, since cultural literacy is emphasized in the certificate, students who complete its requirements will have honed their skills in their area of specialization and will be ready to embark on many types of careers requiring cultural expertise in government organizations, foreign trade, business abroad, and tourism. The certificate is only granted at the time of graduation.

Students are strongly urged to consult their respective Undergraduate Programs Office for advice on how to fit this certificate within their undergraduate program, particularly in Business.

Certificate Requirements


Undergraduate students in all Faculties may pursue this certificate in translation studies while completing the undergraduate program in their respective Faculties by choosing a minimum of 27 units from:

3 units from


  • EASIA 211
  • EASIA 315

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