Be the Voice of the World in The Corridors of the United Nations
A specialised programme that equips you with the precise skills needed to translate United Nations and international organisation documents. Play a decisive role in promoting international understanding and peace through professional, accurate translations.
Mastering Diplomatic Language
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Why This Programme Matters for Your Career
A rare opportunity to learn from experts who have worked within the United Nations, and to acquire the skills that qualify you to work in major international organisations.
Deep Understanding of Terminology
Master the terminology and concepts of refugee affairs, human rights and sustainable development, which lie at the heart of international organisations' work.
Accuracy and Consistency
Learn how to use the UN's approved translation guides to ensure accuracy and consistency in conveying the message while respecting cultural differences.
Accredited Certificates
Earning a certificate from Amman Arab University, attested by the Ministry of Higher Education, in addition to a Metropolis certificate, enhancing your international employment prospects.
Inside the Programme
Watch samples of practical training on United Nations documents
Rules for Drafting International Resolutions
Translating Human Rights Reports
Critique and review session for translated texts
How do you prepare for United Nations translation examinations?
The International Translator's Roadmap
A progressive track that qualifies you to work in major international organisations and bodies.
Fundamentals and the System
Understanding the structure of the United Nations, its specialised agencies, and the general fundamentals of diplomatic translation.
Terminology and Style
Building a strong terminology base in the political, economic and humanitarian fields, and mastering the formal register.
Drafting and Editing
Applying precise drafting rules for international resolutions, agreements and reports while maintaining consistency.
Specialisation and Application
Intensive workshops on real documents in specific fields (asylum, environment, women) with peer review.
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Topic Details
An intensive 5-week curriculum (10 lectures)
Overview and Working Mechanisms
Overview & Mechanisms
- An overview of the United Nations and non-governmental organisations.
- The translation process and workflow at the United Nations.
- Code of Conduct: what is and is not permitted.
Choose the mode that suits you
In-person Training
Lectures and hands-on workshops in our state-of-the-art training rooms in Amman, Jordan. Direct interaction with the trainer and fellow participants.
Online
Join us from anywhere in the world through our interactive platform. The same quality as in-person training, with complete flexibility in attendance and participation.
5 intensive weeks
30 training hours spread across 10 interactive lectures, ensuring comprehensive, in-depth coverage of every programme topic with sufficient time for practical application.
Upcoming sessions for this programme
Fees include training, course materials and the certificate. Fees vary by city and delivery mode.
| City | Mode | Start | End | Days & time | Fees | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amman | In-person | To be announced | Sunday, Tuesday5-8 pm | USD 650 | Enrol |
Who is this programme for?
- Translators wishing to work with the United Nations and international organisations
- Staff of NGOs and humanitarian organisations
- Translation and International Relations Graduates
- Freelance translators seeking international clients
What will you gain?
- Understand how the United Nations and its agencies work and how documents move through them
- Master UN, humanitarian and human rights terminology and official glossaries
- Translating resolutions, reports and statements in UN style
- Preparing for language recruitment examinations at international organisations
- Building a professional profile for work with international organisations
On completion
Accredited certificate from Metropolis Institute (30 training hours)
Trainer
Hatem Al-Nsour, Translator
Legal Translation
Entry Requirements, Assessment and Certificate
Entry requirements
- Proficiency in both Arabic and English; the programme is delivered in both languages
- No legal background or prior experience with international organisations is required; the programme suits translators, translation and international relations graduates, and NGO staff
- Readiness to work on authentic UN documents and to take part in workshops and peer review
Assessment and certificate
- Assessment method
- Participants are assessed through practical exercises translating UN declarations, resolutions and reports, critique, revision, editing and peer review sessions in the workshops, and meeting the attendance and assessment requirements.
- Certificate
- A certificate from Amman Arab University, certified by the Ministry of Higher Education, in addition to an accredited certificate of completion from Metropolis Training Institute (30 training hours).
- Accrediting / partner body
- Amman Arab University (certificate certified by the Ministry of Higher Education)
What the fee includes
- 30 training hours spread over 10 interactive lectures across 5 weeks
- Training materials for the programme modules
- A certificate from Amman Arab University certified by the Ministry of Higher Education, and a certificate of completion from Metropolis Training Institute
- Access to the Metropolis learning platform and review of recorded lectures
- Workshops on authentic UN documents (refugees, environment, human rights, women and children)
- Training on the UN's translation guides and standardised Arabic terminology
Frequently asked questions about the programme
How many training hours are there, and how long is the programme?
30 training hours delivered in evening lectures on two to three days a week; the exact dates for each session are announced in the schedule above.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the programme?
Yes. Participants who meet the attendance and assessment requirements receive an accredited certificate of completion from Metropolis Training Institute, issued in digital form; a printed copy can be requested from the branch.
What is the language of training?
Lectures are delivered in Arabic, with terminology and reference materials in English where the subject requires it. Legal English and translation programmes are conducted in both languages.
What is the difference between in-person and live online training?
Online training is streamed live via the Metropolis learning platform with the same trainer, the same material and the same interaction, and lectures are recorded for later review. In-person training is held in the training halls of our branches in Riyadh, Amman and Baghdad.
How do I pay?
Once your seat is confirmed, you will receive an email containing a secure online payment link or an invoice for bank transfer in the name of the individual or the organisation. Discounts are available for groups and organisations nominating more than one participant.
Can the programme be held at our organisation?
Yes. All programmes are available as customised in-house training at your premises or remotely, with examples and case studies adapted to your organisation's sector. Contact us via the Corporate Training page.
Are you ready to be part of the international scene?
Includes training, course materials and Higher Education attestation