Modern Arabic Language and Culture

The Department of Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics (CMLL) offers two 30-credit programs in the Modern Standard Arabic Language and Culture: the Minor and the Certificate. Both programs aim to provide minimum language competency in Modern Standard Arabic and, through the inclusion of courses on culture, literature and topics offered by other departments (history, religion, and political science), a broad overview of Arabic culture. Students with advanced Modern Standard Arabic skills are not eligible for admission to either the Minor or the Certificate program.

Minor in Modern Arabic Language and Culture — 30 credits

Offers students majoring in another discipline a broad knowledge of Modern Standard Arabic language and culture.

Certificate in Modern Arabic Language and Culture — 30 credits

Designed for members of the community who are not already enrolled at Concordia University.

Students with advanced Modern Arabic skills are not eligible for admission to the Minor or Certificate programs.

All students with a background in the language must contact the Department to arrange to take the appropriate language placement test. The Department reserves the right to transfer a student to a higher-level language course if it is deemed that the course for which the student has registered is not appropriate for the extent of his or her knowledge of the language.

See the BA degree description for information on the core and elective requirements. For a complete list of courses: Undergraduate Calendar

Sample courses include:

Introduction to the Literature of the Arab World, Culture and Civilization of the Arab World, Introduction to Modern Standard Arabic

Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics Department

Many students come to the Department with varying degrees of former studies in the language in which they intend to specialize. Our programs are structured according to the capacities and needs of the individual. Language and translation courses provide a sound linguistic foundation.

Admission Requirements

Modern Arabic Language and Culture (BA - Minor) requirements: Minimum cut-off averages, admission statistics and program requirements.

Modern Arabic Language and Culture (BA - Certificate) requirements: Minimum cut-off averages, admission statistics and program requirements.

Undergraduate admissions guidelines: For information on international admission, required documents, proof of language proficiency, the university admissions timetable, selection and notification process.