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Department of Arabic Studies
Head: Dr. Nawar Al-Hassan Golley
The mission of the Department of Arabic Studies is to cultivate students’ knowledge and understanding of Arabic language and literature, Arab and Islamic studies, and Arabic/English translation and intercultural studies with the aim of preparing its graduates for academic and professional success. For Arabic language and literature (including comparative literature) and Arab and Islamic studies, students will acquire the necessary linguistic, literary, historical and cultural knowledge of Arabic and associated cultural contexts, and develop the ability to reflect critically on these areas. For Arabic/English translation and intercultural studies, students will acquire the knowledge of and the tools for the use of the two languages effectively in a variety of media, genres and contexts that pertain to translation as intercultural communication. Currently, the department offers minor programs in Arabic language and literature and in translation and interpreting. It also houses the graduate program in Arabic/English/Arabic translation and interpreting (see the AUS Graduate Catalog).
Programs Offered
The Department of Arabic Studies offers a Master of Arts in English/Arabic/English Translation and Interpreting (MATI), as well as a minor in Arabic language and literature, and a minor in English/Arabic Translation and Interpreting. For information on program requirements, please see the university catalog using the links below.
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