Modern Arabic Language and Culture (Minor, Cert)

Arabic is one of the world’s most widely spoken languages, the mother tongue of more than 300 million people and spoken by over 400 million people worldwide, including second-language speakers. Arabic is an official language in more than twenty countries and one of the six official languages of the United Nations. As a language of global diplomacy, international business, media, religion and cultural production, Arabic plays a vital role in shaping contemporary global affairs and intellectual traditions.

The minor and the certificate in Modern Arabic Language and Culture aims to provide students with training in Modern Standard Arabic language, culture and literature. Students develop their language skills and engage with classical and modern literary works and other cultural forms, while exploring key historical, social and political contexts that shape the Arabic-speaking world. This approach enables students to gain both linguistic fluency and cultural literacy. 

The program prepares students for careers in international relations, public policy, global business, journalism, education, law, non-profit work and community engagement. No prior knowledge of Arabic is required for entry at the introductory level.  

Program options

• Minor in Modern Arabic Language and Culture (24 credits) 
• Certificate in Modern Arabic Language and Culture (30 credits)

Courses

Exchange programs

Concordia International, in collaboration with the various faculties and the School of Graduate Studies, administers student exchange and internships with Concordia's partner universities and other institutions of higher learning around the world. This exchange enhances relationships between the people and cultures of different countries and promotes international education.

Participating students remain registered at Concordia and spend from one term to one academic year taking courses, doing research or participating in an internship program. 

Thanks to Concordia's emphasis on taking an interdisciplinary approach to your field of study, you'll graduate with a depth of knowledge informed by an understanding of how your subject connects to the wider world. You'll be ideally positioned to succeed in a professional role that demands rigorous analytical thinking, sharp communication skills and the ability to approach problem-solving from multiple dimensions.