Minor in Arabic

The minor in Arabic includes coursework in Arabic language, literature, and culture.  This minor program can prepare students for careers in teaching, communication/media studies, public administration, national security, diplomatic service, translation, and other fields.

Minor Requirements (18 units)

Entering students with previous training in Arabic or those who are native speakers should contact the Department of World Languages and Literatures or the Arabic program coordinator for information about placement and credit by examination.

Lower-division requirements (6)
ARAB 1111Beginning Arabic 13
ARAB 1112Beginning Arabic 23
Electives (12)
Additional twelve units chosen from:12
Arabic Communication
Arabic Literature and societies
Arabic Media
Arabic for Professional Communication
Arabic Literature in Translation
Arab Culture, Media and Identity
Explorations of Arabic Literary Texts
Spoken Arabic
Introduction to Arabic Linguistics
Introduction to Arabic Translation
Explorations in Arabic Media
Advanced Arabic for Professional Communication
Arabic Conversation Activity
Writing Explorations
Female Voices in Arab American Literature
Voices and Visions from the Arab World
Global Perspectives and Study Abroad
Total Units18