Arabic Course Descriptions

ARAB 12.102 - 3 s.h.
Elementary Arabic II
(Prerequisites: ARAB 12.101, minimum grade of C-; or waiver) (Offered during Spring semesters and also during Summer sessions, depending on student demand)
This course provides an expanded overview of the syntax, structures and vocabulary of Modern Standard Arabic, including extended practice in the four skill areas of listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. It introduces students to the culture and history of the Arabic speaking world.

ARAB 12.201 - 3 s.h.
Intermediate Arabic I
(Prerequisite: ARAB 12.102 minimum grade of C-; or waiver) (Offered during Fall semesters)
This course continues to provide an expanded overview of the syntax, structures, and vocabulary of modern Arabic to students who have completed the Elementary Arabic course sequence and acquired the basic knowledge of Arabic language. It also provides students with enhanced opportunities to learn and experience the culture and history of the Arabic-speaking world.

ARAB 12.211 - 3 s.h.
Intermediate Arabic II
(Prerequisite: ARAB 12.201 minimum grade of C-; or waiver) (Offered during Spring semesters)
This course continues to provide an expanded overview of the syntax, structures, and vocabulary of modern Arabic to students who have completed Intermediate Arabic I and acquired the basic knowledge of Arabic language. It also provides students with enhanced opportunities to learn and experience the culture and history of the Arabic-speaking world.

ARAB 12.212 - 3 s.h.
Intermediate Arabic III
(Prerequisite: ARAB 12.211 minimum grade of C-; or waiver)
This course continues to provide an expanded overview of the syntax, structures, and vocabulary of modern Arabic to students who have completed Intermediate Arabic II. It also provides students with enhanced opportunities to learn and experience the culture and history of the Arabic-speaking world.

ARAB 12.301 - 3 s.h.
Advanced Arabic I
(Prerequisite: ARAB 12.212 minimum grade of C-)
This course further develops students’ proficiency in Modern Standard Arabic and all language skills are emphasized (reading, writing, speaking and listening). Students expand their vocabulary, sharpen their grammar skills, and gain cultural competence as they learn about the Arabic language and the Arab world through the study of authentic articles selected from news sources and scholarly journals and magazines, including such topics as politics, religion, and arts/media.

ARAB 12.302 - 3 s.h.
Advanced Arabic II
(Prerequisite: ARAB 12.301 minimum grade of C-)
This course builds on the skills learned in Advanced Arabic I and continues to develop students’ proficiency in Modern Standard Arabic. All language skills are emphasized (reading, writing, speaking and listening). Students expand their vocabulary, sharpen their grammar skills, and gain cultural competence as they learn about the Arabic language and the Arab world through the study of authentic articles selected from news sources and scholarly journals and magazines, including such topics as politics, religion, and arts/media. This course prepares students to transition to a professional position in the Middle East or another Arabic-speaking environment.

ARAB 12.320 - 3 s.h.
Arabic Civilization and Culture
(Prerequisite: ARAB 12.212minimum grade of C-)
This course, which follows Intermediate Arabic 3 (ARAB 12.212), will further refine students' linguistic competencies in Arabic. Students study and discuss cultural topics in Arabic to develop their language competence and gain a more profound insight into varied aspects of contemporary Arabic as well as Arab civilization and culture.