Literary Translation at Florida Atlantic University is the art and practice of bringing stories, poems and other creative works from one language into another. Here, you’ll learn how to capture not just the words, but the voice, style and meaning of the original text—helping ideas and cultures connect across borders. This field is essential in a global world, opening doors to new perspectives and careers in publishing, writing and beyond.
About Literary Translation at Florida Atlantic
Florida Atlantic’s graduate certificate in Literary Translation is a collaborative program between the English Department and the Department of Languages, Linguistics and Comparative Literature. You’ll go beyond the basics, gaining hands-on experience through coursework and a capstone translation project. Students typically work with languages such as Spanish, French, Italian, German or Hebrew, but you’re welcome to explore many others. This program is focused on literary—not technical or simultaneous—translation, giving you specialized skills that set you apart.
Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic
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- Graduate Certificate in Literary Translation
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Gain a deep understanding of the history, theory and practice of literary translation.
3. Complete a capstone project that demonstrates your ability to translate and analyze a significant literary work.
2. Analyze and discuss the challenges and strategies of literary translation.
3. Present and defend your translation choices in both written and oral formats.
4. Prepare for careers or further study in translation, publishing, writing or related fields.