MA Arabic

It is a 2 years degree program that aims at enhancing the core knowledge of the Arabic language and literature. It provides ample knowledge of the geographical, cultural, political, and economic history of the Arab world. The degree holders learn about the grammar and linguistics of Arabic that makes them understand the language in depth. The aspirants will have expert command in reading, writing, and speaking the language. It has 4 semesters and this degree supports the BA (2 years) degree to complete 16 years of education to step towards higher studies. The prerequisite for admission is BA/BSc with Arabic elective or optional subject and with minimum 2nd division/equivalent CGPA. Some universities may give extra marks to hifz e Quran or Fazil e Arabic or Fazil e Dars e Nizami while calculating aggregate for the merit list.

Core Courses

  • Sources of Language
  • Criticism
  • Arabic Literature in IndoPak
  • Religious Literature
  • Translation Studies
  • Arabic Speaking Skills
  • Modern Arabic Literature
  • History of Arab Literature
  • Linguistics
  • Applied Grammar

Eligibility Criteria

  • BA/BSc Arabic or relevant field with 2nd division. 
  • Passing marks in the entrance exam.

Scope

MA Arabic aims at providing enhanced knowledge about the Arabic language with expert skills in reading, writing, and speaking Arabic. It also boosts the research skills of the degree holder to research language and literature. During this degree program, the aspirants get the opportunity to know about the historical background of Arab culture. Thus, it makes the degree holders start work in different professional capacities. Arabic is the official language of all Arabic and some African countries; therefore, the Arabic degree holders have a good scope in the companies that are interacting with Arabic spoken officials. There is a good scope of employment in many embassies, consulates, and foreign offices. The degree holders have good opportunities in the teaching profession in schools and colleges. In schools, the vacancies for Arabic teachers have increased because Arabic has been declared as a compulsory subject for primary classes. The degree holders can work as translators and editors in the publication houses that are translating Arabic books into Urdu or English. MA Arabic can be carried forward for higher studies to get more expertise.

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