Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Studies
Lead Faculty:
Dr. Ramin Sarraf
The Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Studies degree consists of intensive proficiency-oriented coursework in Arabic language acquisition, as well as instruction in essential knowledge and understanding of history, culture, geography, and politics of the Arab world. The program prepares students for a variety of career paths in government, military, business, and education.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and
writing in Modern Standard Arabic.
- Distinguish between Modern Standard Arabic and colloquial
regional Arabic.
- Read representative modern texts in Arabic.
- Translate and interpret to and from Arabic.
- Distinguish major aspects of Arabic culture and civilization.
- Demonstrate familiarity with Islam and its influence on the
history of the Arab world.
Requirements
Degree RequirementsTo receive the Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Studies degree, students must complete at least 180 quarter units as listed below, 45 of which must be completed in residence at National University, and 76.5 of which must be completed at the upper-division level. The following courses are degree requirements. In the absence of transfer credit, general electives may be necessary to satisfy the total units required for the degree. Students should refer to the section on undergraduate admission procedures for specific information regarding admission and evaluation. If the foreign language requirement is not completed in General Education, the equivalent must be completed as preparation for the Arabic Studies major, either by testing or equivalent transfer coursework.
Preparation for the Major
(9 courses; 28.5 quarter units)
Requirements for the Major
(11 courses; 43.5 quarter units)
Core Requisite(s):
Upper-Division Electives
(8 courses; 36 quarter units)
