Traduction (Translation) (BA)

Why study Translation?

The more interconnected the world becomes, the more it needs translators: people with quick, inquisitive minds and intercultural expertise that enables them to work in diverse professional situations.

To become a translator, you must start with an excellent knowledge of French and English. We’ll help you master the language towards which you translate and establish a thorough command of your source language.

You will choose from one of two streams: if your dominant language is English, you learn to translate from French to English. If your dominant language is French, you translate from English to French. In addition to translation courses, you take language, linguistics and literature courses to sharpen your skills and acquire a high level of proficiency in reading and writing.

Our program is officially recognized by the Canadian Association of Schools of Translation (CAT). A BA obtained upon completion of the Specialization in Translation can lead to certification by the Ordre des traducteurs, terminologues et interprètes agréés du Québec (OTTIAQ).

Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements

• Quebec Cegep: Specialization: 25, Major: DEC
  • Additional information for Cegep applicants
• High School: Specialization: B- | Major: C+
  • ACT or SAT is NOT required
  • Canadian curricula course requirements
  • Accepted international qualifications
• International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: Specialization: 27 | Major: 26
• International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (CP): Specialization: 4.5/7 | Major: 4.3/7
  • Additional Career-related Programme (CP) course requirements
• Baccalauréat français: Specialization: 12 | Major: 11
• British system of education (GCE):
  • A-levels: At least two A-level exams CD or
  • AS-levels: At least 4 AS-level exams with equivalent results or
  • BTEC: Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject area with equivalent results
  • Additional information for British System of Education (GCE) applicants
• University Transfers (internal/external): Specialization: B- | Major: C

CEGEP students

Two CEGEP courses or equivalent in the language towards which the student wishes to translate. If these courses were not available in the CEGEP attended, the student may be required to complete them at the university level.

Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.

After your degree

Our programs open up opportunities to work around the globe, following many career paths, including:

• Translation
• Public relations
• Professional writing
• Journalism
• Education
• Editing and publishing