The academic content and curriculum of the Arabic Language and Literature Undergraduate Program comprehensively covers the basic building blocks, literary and cultural aspects of the Arabic language. The main objective of the program is to provide students with a detailed knowledge of the Arabic language and the ability to use it fluently. It also aims to provide them with an understanding of the rich heritage of Arabic literature and the diversity of Arabic culture.
Grammar and Structure: At the beginning of the program, students are taught the basic grammatical rules of the Arabic language. This includes topics such as verb conjugation, noun phrases, sentence structure and morphological features. Understanding the basic building blocks of the language provides a solid foundation for more advanced courses.
Phonetics and Phonology: The phonetics of the Arabic language gives students the ability to understand correct pronunciation and differences in meaning. Learning how sounds and tones are used is important for effective communication and clarity of meaning.
Syntax and Semantics: In-depth study of Arabic sentence structures and semantics. Students learn how sentences are constructed and the meaning aspects of the language.
Arabic Literature and History: The main works, authors and literary movements of classical and modern Arabic literature are studied. This provides students with the opportunity to understand the historical development of Arabic literature and various literary genres.
Translation and Literary Criticism: These courses provide students with the skills to translate texts from Arabic into other languages and vice versa. It also develops skills in analyzing literary works and critical thinking.
Arab Culture and Civilization: Cultural and historical aspects of the Arab world, social structures, belief systems and daily life practices are covered in these courses.
Advanced Courses: Later in the program, students can choose more specific topics according to their interests. These may include modern Arabic poetry, theater, media and journalism, women writers in the Arab world, etc.
Practical Applications: Practical applications such as language labs, conversation clubs and simulations help students to consolidate their language skills.
The curriculum of the program aims to provide students with practical skills as well as theoretical knowledge. By diving deep into the rich world of Arabic language and literature, students both develop their language skills and specialize in this field.