Minor in Arabic Language and Literature
The Minor in Arabic Language and Literature offered by the Department of Communication, Arts and Languages aims to equip you with a background in Arabic and literature. It includes language, poetry and prose in modern and ancient Arabic literature.
Who Can Apply?
This minor can be taken by students from any major.
It complements majors such as English language and literature, translation, journalism and education. It gives you an extra edge in the hiring process and enhances your career opportunities.
If you are majoring in Communication Arts with an emphasis on film, drama, etc. you will find that a Minor in Arabic Language and Literature offers you an excellent interdisciplinary education and training, and prepares you to compete for better employment opportunities.
What Will I Learn?
A Minor in Arabic Language and Literature will help you:
- Communicate effectively in Arabic
- Demonstrate an appreciation for the Arabic language and literature
- Be prepared for graduate programs in Arabic or Middle Eastern studies
Curriculum
The Minor in Arabic Language and Literature requires six courses (18 credits). Three of these courses must be selected from each of the three categories: language, classical literature and modern literature.
The language course can be selected from the following:
| Number | Title | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| ARA 303 | Arabic Grammar and Syntax | 3 |
| ARA 304 | Arabic Linguistics | 3 |
| ARA 305 | Arabic Philology and Lexicography | 3 |
The classical literature course can be selected from the following:
| Number | Title | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| ARA 320 | Pre-Islamic and Ummayad Poetry | 3 |
| ARA 323 | Abbasid Poetry | 3 |
| ARA 324 | Andalusian Literature | 3 |
| ARA 325 | Classical Prose | 3 |
The modern literature course can be selected from the following:
| Number | Title | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| ARA 341 | Modern Arabic Novel and Short Story | 3 |
| ARA 342 | Arabic Drama | 3 |
| ARA 343 | Modern Arabic Poetry | 3 |
| ARA 344 | Trends in Modern Literature | 3 |
The remaining three courses are to be selected from the BA in Arabic Language and Literature courses offered by the Department of Humanities.