Undergraduate Degree

The Undergraduate Certificate in Translation, which is administered by the Department of Romance and Classical Studies, provides specialized knowledge of translation through classroom
instruction and experiential opportunities.

The undergraduate certificate is available as an elective to students who are enrolled in bachelor’s degree programs at Michigan State University. With approval of the department and college that administers the student’s degree program, the courses that are used to satisfy the undergraduate certificate may also be used to satisfy the requirements for the bachelor’s degree.

Students who plan to complete the requirements of the undergraduate certificate should consult the undergraduate advisor in the Department of Romance and Classical Studies.

Admission

Students must meet the course prerequisites. Working professionals will need to demonstrate appropriate language proficiency or previous language education experience through an interview to be considered for admission.

Requirements for the Undergraduate Certificate in Translation

Students must complete 10 credits from the following:

1.	The following foundational course (3 credits):
	ROM	240	Fundamentals in Translation Theory and Practice						3
2.	Complete two courses from one of the following tracks (6 credits):
	a.	French
		FRN	420	French for Professional Uses					3
		A 400-level elective based on the student’s interest							3
	b.	Spanish
		SPN	452	Topics in Spanish Language I					3
		A 400-level elective based on the student’s interest							3
3.	Complete one of the following experiential learning experiences (1 credit):
	a.	UGS	292	Experiential Learning in Undergraduate Studies					1
	b.	An internship in the MSU Translation Center or similar internship experience (abroad, away, community, or virtual and the preparation of a portfolio.