Student Road Map
The length of our program is dependent upon the level of Arabic students bring with them. Some students who join as complete beginners will study for five years. Others, who come with considerable Arabic, may be able to reach Superior level in two to three years. Whatever level they bring, however, they will be offered the support and training they need to succeed.
Our introductory courses in Arabic expose non-Arabic speakers to the sounds, letters and basic grammar while building listening, speaking reading, writing and cultural skills in the language. Communicative skills are stressed and an introduction to Egyptian and Levantine dialects is also provided. As coursework continues, students approach intermediate proficiency as they transition to comprehending authentic materials for native speakers, including newspaper articles, poetry and media. Advanced proficiency is achieved via intensive language and content work focused on Arab history, literature and thought as students complete third year Arabic.
Life after the Arabic Flagship Program
After completing the program, our students plan to work in academia, for the government, in international business, law, global advertising, international development, and a vast range of other fields. Current Flagship students major in Chemistry, Engineering, Business, Government, Arabic Language and Literature, and Linguistics, among others.
