Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Undergraduate Programme By Western Kentucky University |TopUniversities

Bachelor of Arts in Arabic

Starting Month

Jan-2000Starting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The proficiency-oriented Arabic major is built upon student-centered curriculum and standards-based assessments. It provides WKU undergraduates with extensive language training and in-depth study of Arab culture and society, which prepares them to use Arabic proficiently in their professional endeavors. Some of the required coursework may be accomplished through approved methods for demonstration of previous knowledge. Study aboard is strongly recommended. Required core courses: (18 hours) ARBC 102 (3 hours) Elementary Arabic II ARBC 201, 202 (6 hours) Intermediate Arabic I & II ARBC 301, 302 (6 hours) Advanced Arabic I & II ARBC 437 (3 hours) Advanced Media Arabic Elective Courses (18 hours): At least six other ARBC courses at the 300- or 400- level for a total (including the core courses) of 36 or more credit hours. Students may include among the six courses up to six credit hours of 300- or 400- level courses delivered in English but related to Arabic studies (HIST 462, GEOG 467, PS 365, RELS 306, 311, 320, or other courses with permission of the program advisor).

Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The proficiency-oriented Arabic major is built upon student-centered curriculum and standards-based assessments. It provides WKU undergraduates with extensive language training and in-depth study of Arab culture and society, which prepares them to use Arabic proficiently in their professional endeavors. Some of the required coursework may be accomplished through approved methods for demonstration of previous knowledge. Study aboard is strongly recommended. Required core courses: (18 hours) ARBC 102 (3 hours) Elementary Arabic II ARBC 201, 202 (6 hours) Intermediate Arabic I & II ARBC 301, 302 (6 hours) Advanced Arabic I & II ARBC 437 (3 hours) Advanced Media Arabic Elective Courses (18 hours): At least six other ARBC courses at the 300- or 400- level for a total (including the core courses) of 36 or more credit hours. Students may include among the six courses up to six credit hours of 300- or 400- level courses delivered in English but related to Arabic studies (HIST 462, GEOG 467, PS 365, RELS 306, 311, 320, or other courses with permission of the program advisor).

Admission Requirements

6+
Applicants must have a cumulative 2.50 GPA. Other English Language Requirements: TOEFL score of 525 on Paper-based test. Students can also prove English proficiency by completing ESLI or ELS Level 109.

Jan-2000

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