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2014-2015 University Catalog

Arabic Minor

Banner Code: ARBC

The minor in Arabic has an emphasis on developing strong language skills: oral communication and the reading of texts. Students are also introduced to important works of Arabic literature and culture. A minor in Arabic can easily and effectively be combined with majors in other disciplines. It is especially valuable in combination with global affairs, international relations, security, journalism, philosophy, and religion.

This program of study is offered by the Department of Modern and Classical Languages .

For policies governing all minors, see the Undergraduate Policies  section of this catalog.

Course Work

Students pursuing this minor must complete 18 credits beyond the intermediate proficiency level with a minimum grade of 2.00 in each course. Eight credits of course work must be unique to the minor.

Three required courses (9 credits) chosen from:

One 400-level language course (3 credits) chosen from:

One additional ARAB course (3 credits)

Students chose any 300 or 400-level course taught in Arabic.

One course (3 credits) offered in English chosen from:

Total: 18 credits