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Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Arabic is the main language of more than 350 million people and the sixth most widely spoken in the world. It is the common language of the 22 countries in the Arab League, and one of the six official languages of the United Nations.
The Middle East and North Africa play a key role in global commerce and industry. This makes Arabic and Business an excellent joint honours combination.
Arabic
Our programme is designed to give you a thorough grounding in both classical and modern Arabic. You will develop skills in writing, reading, listening to and speaking the language.
Through your studies, you will learn to understand, interpret and discuss original material, including Arabic novels, newspapers, and television.
Our courses open the door to a fascinating and varied region. You will study aspects of the Arabic-speaking world, past and present, including the history, societies, cultures and politics of the Middle East.
Year 1 courses are designed for beginners. Our programme is not for native speakers of Arabic, but we do welcome heritage language learners. We can also accommodate students with some prior experience of studying Arabic, potentially through exemptions from introductory language study. By Year 3, all students will have the language skills to spend the year studying in a country in which Arabic is spoken.
Business
Studying business will prepare you for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations.
Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies, such as:
- authentic leadership
- ethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviour
- entrepreneurial practice
- effective communication
You can also participate in business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.
Why Edinburgh
We are recognised in the UK and internationally as a leading institution for the study of Arabic and the Middle East. Leading graduate employers are involved across our Business curriculum and we have strong links to the world of practice through research, consultancy and teaching.
When you graduate, you will have the combination of broad cultural education and specialist business and language skills valued by employers worldwide.
Programme benefits
- Learn in an historic capital city where Arabic has been taught since the 18th century, and build up to fluency in one of the UN's six official languages.
- Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
- Go abroad for the first of your honours years - Year 3.
- Gain accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).
- Explore fantastic libraries and collections at the University and in the city.
- Join societies, attend events, and gain the skills and confidence for life after university.
How long it takes to complete this degree programme
This programme is studied over 4 years, including a Year Abroad. This enables us to build choice and flexibility into your studies, giving you time to explore options, find what you like and build your skills.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Arabic is the main language of more than 350 million people and the sixth most widely spoken in the world. It is the common language of the 22 countries in the Arab League, and one of the six official languages of the United Nations.
The Middle East and North Africa play a key role in global commerce and industry. This makes Arabic and Business an excellent joint honours combination.
Arabic
Our programme is designed to give you a thorough grounding in both classical and modern Arabic. You will develop skills in writing, reading, listening to and speaking the language.
Through your studies, you will learn to understand, interpret and discuss original material, including Arabic novels, newspapers, and television.
Our courses open the door to a fascinating and varied region. You will study aspects of the Arabic-speaking world, past and present, including the history, societies, cultures and politics of the Middle East.
Year 1 courses are designed for beginners. Our programme is not for native speakers of Arabic, but we do welcome heritage language learners. We can also accommodate students with some prior experience of studying Arabic, potentially through exemptions from introductory language study. By Year 3, all students will have the language skills to spend the year studying in a country in which Arabic is spoken.
Business
Studying business will prepare you for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations.
Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies, such as:
- authentic leadership
- ethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviour
- entrepreneurial practice
- effective communication
You can also participate in business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.
Why Edinburgh
We are recognised in the UK and internationally as a leading institution for the study of Arabic and the Middle East. Leading graduate employers are involved across our Business curriculum and we have strong links to the world of practice through research, consultancy and teaching.
When you graduate, you will have the combination of broad cultural education and specialist business and language skills valued by employers worldwide.
Programme benefits
- Learn in an historic capital city where Arabic has been taught since the 18th century, and build up to fluency in one of the UN's six official languages.
- Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
- Go abroad for the first of your honours years - Year 3.
- Gain accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).
- Explore fantastic libraries and collections at the University and in the city.
- Join societies, attend events, and gain the skills and confidence for life after university.
How long it takes to complete this degree programme
This programme is studied over 4 years, including a Year Abroad. This enables us to build choice and flexibility into your studies, giving you time to explore options, find what you like and build your skills.
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