Arabic Curriculum and Minor in Arabic
Placement: Students with background in Arabic prior to entering Davidson may take a placement test and oral examination in order to be placed at the appropriate level.
Foreign Language Requirement: Arabic 201 satisfies the foreign language requirement
Major: Individual students may propose a major in Arabic or Middle Eastern Studies through the Center for Interdisciplinary Studies.
Minor Requirements
Minor Requirements: A minor in Arabic requires 6 courses numbered above 102. The six courses must include 201 or 202 (or other language courses for students who place above the Intermediate level) and at least three courses in literature and advanced language chosen from the following: 295 (Studies in Arabic Culture); Contemporary Arabic Literature (321); Media Arabic (322); 395/396 (Independent Study); another specialized course in Contemporary Arabic Literature; and one course chosen from HIS 175, HIS 176, HIS 218, POL 241, REL 272, or other courses (including at times courses taught by visiting faculty) that deal with the history, society, and cultures of the Middle East. (In individual cases, the department may approve allowing a second course from that list to substitute for one of the advanced courses in Arabic.) With departmental approval, students may also count courses taken abroad toward the minor.
Concentration: students should note as well the possibility of a focus on the Middle East as part of an International Studies Concentration or of an Asian Studies Concentration.
Distribution Requirement: ARB 321, Contemporary Arabic Literature, satisfies the distribution requirement in literature.
Cultural Diversity Requirement: ARB 321 and ARB 322
Study Abroad: Various summer, semester and year-long programs are available to students who wish to study in the Arab world. The department highly encourages study abroad, and works toward developing host family stays in order to ensure the student’s full immersion in the language and culture while abroad. See department website for more links to recommended study abroad programs: www3.davidson.edu/cms/x37679.xml
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