ARBC 1010 Elementary Arabic I
ARBC 1020 Elementary Arabic II
ARBC 2040 Intermediate Arabic I
ARBC 2050 Intermediate Arabic II
ARBC 3040 Culture and History of the Middle East
ARBC 3060 Advanced Topics in Arabic
LANG 4900 Special Topics
Course Descriptions
ARBC 1010 Elementary Arabic I
This is an introductory course intended for students with little or no knowledge of the language. Its aim is to present essential vocabulary and grammar, and to develop the pronunciation, listening, reading, and writing skills necessary for basic communication and comprehension. Customs and cultural insights are also presented.
ARBC 1020 Elementary Arabic II
Prerequisite: Arabic 1010 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor.
This course is continuation of ARBC 1010.
ARBC 2040 Intermediate Arabic I
Prerequisite: Arabic 1020 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor.
This course continues the speaking, reading, writing, grammar, and cultural studies begun in Arabic 1010 and Arabic 1020. Students are expected to acquire a substantial amount of vocabulary and be able to deal with idiomatic language and more advanced syntax.
ARBC 2050 Elementary Arabic II
Prerequisite: Arabic 2040 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor.
This course is continuation of ARBC 2040.
ARBC 3040 Culture and History of the Middle East
Prerequisite: Arabic 2050 or the equivalent or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor.
The primary purpose of this course is to explore the history and culture of the Near East, from the time of Muhammad to the present. It will examine the rise and definition of Islamic civilization and the spread of Islam into virtually every corner of the Old World. Topics will include major political figures and historical events, institutions, economic developments, social issues (education, family, women), history of ideas, literary movements, art history, and music history. Lectures and discussions will be supplemented by readings and video and audio materials. By the end of the semester is over, students are expected to have a sound understanding of Islam, the role of Islamic civilization in world history, the roots of the current Islamist revival, as well as a solid grasp of the Arabic culture.
ARBC 3060 Advanced Topics in Arabic
Prerequisite: Arabic 2050 or the equivalent or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor.
The objective of Advanced Arabic is to continue the students' development of the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing Modern Standard Arabic. This course also aims at providing a thorough study of authentic materials in classical prose to create a foundation for the mastery of classical Arabic. The course will also involve more extended readings and discussions of contemporary and historical cultural topics. In addition to a review of syntax and morphology, the course intends to increase the range and accuracy of oral and written expression and aural comprehension. Classes will be conducted entirely in Arabic.
ARBC 4900 Special Topics in Arabic
Topics vary.
NOTE: Students who are already proficient in Arabic may test out of Beginning and Intermediate Arabic, for a total of 14 credit hours. We hope to offer a minor in Arabic, and completing Arabic 1010, 1020, 2040, 2050, and two courses of Advanced Arabic (for a total of 18 credits) would eventually satisfy a requirement for a minor in Arabic.
For more information, please contact Dr. Liljana Elverskog at liljana@unt.edu.
U.N.T. official course information - Undergraduate Catalog