Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies

Leeds University Business School

Postgraduate

In Leeds

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Leeds

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Arabic is one of the world’s major languages, and this degree will allow you to become proficient while you build your understanding of the cultural and historical contexts that have shaped the Middle East.
You’ll benefit from a firm grounding in spoken and written Arabic – which you’ll strengthen by spending a year in Morocco – while gaining insight into the cultural, social and political issues that have shaped the Middle East. You could even learn Persian or Turkish. At the same time, you will build critical, analytical and advanced communication skills that are popular with employers.
We combine core and optional modules to give you a firm foundation in language study while allowing you to shape your degree to suit your interests. There are also plenty of resources to help you get the best from your studies, from our manuscript archives to our Interpreter Training Suites. Leeds provides everything you need to build a real understanding of Arabic and the cultures that have shaped it.
Part-time study
Year 1 can be studied part-time over two years through the Lifelong Learning Centre. The remaining years will be completed full-time through the School. For more information visit Arabic, Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies on the Lifelong Learning Centre website.
Specialist resources
At Leeds we have a wealth of resources to help you make the most of your studies. Our departmental archive holds 500 Arabic manuscripts and as many as 10,000 archaeological artefacts ranging from Pharaonic to early Palestinian eras, offering plenty of original sources for research. These are complemented by our excellent library resources – and the University Library runs a comprehensive training programme so you can take the fullest advantage of them..
However, we also have a wide range of electronic resources, including specialised computing facilities for Translation Studies and dedicated Interpreter Training Suites so you can explore different career options

Facilities

Location

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Leeds (North Yorkshire)
Maurice Keyworth Building, The University Of Leeds, LS2 9JT

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About this course

Entry requirements
A-level: ABB
Other course specific tests:
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be BBB at A Level and grade A in the EPQ.
We welcome applications from mature students with Access qualifications, and from students with a wide range of qualifications.
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Subjects

  • Arabic
  • Turkish
  • Translation
  • Politics
  • Part Time

Course programme

Your first year will introduce you to the modern history and politics of the Middle East, while we support you through language classes to improve your Arabic skills. Then, you’ll broaden your understanding and develop your language skills further as you spend your second year in Morocco, combining Arabic lessons with the freedom to get out and explore the fascinating culture of the region.

By the time you return to Leeds, your Arabic skills will be ready to refine in core language modules across the next two years. However, you’ll also choose from a variety of optional modules so you can build a degree that suits you, whether you’re interested in Arab cinema, the relationships between Islamic countries or the role that Islam plays in contemporary society.

Course structure

These are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

Modules Year 1

Compulsory modules

  • Beginning Arabic 1 20 credits
  • Beginning Arabic 2 20 credits
  • Early and Medieval Islamic History 20 credits
  • Introduction to the Middle East: Politics, Culture and Religion 20 credits
Optional modules
  • Persian for Beginners 20 credits
  • Turkish for Beginners 20 credits
  • Introduction to Arab and Islamic Civilisation 20 credits
  • Introduction to Islamic Theology 20 credits
  • Politics, Culture and Society 20 credits
  • LCS Academic Essentials 5 credits

Year 2

Compulsory modules

  • Arabic Year Abroad 120 credits

Year 3

Compulsory modules

  • Advanced Arabic Grammar and Translation 20 credits
  • Essential Skills in Practical Arabic 20 credits
  • Culture and Society in the Arab World 20 credits
  • Modern Middle Eastern History 20 credits
Optional modules
  • Palestine and the Arab-Israeli Conflict 20 credits
  • Arab Media, Politics and Society 20 credits
  • Islamic Law: Theory and Practice 20 credits

Year 4

Compulsory modules

  • Arabic Stylistics 20 credits
  • Advanced Skills in Arabic Language 20 credits
Optional modules
  • Arab Drama on Stage and Screen 20 credits
  • Islam and Modernity

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