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Arabic
The Arabic program leads to a degree in Arabic literature and linguistics of the medieval and contemporary periods. It is linked with offerings in Islamic Studies and Near Eastern History and cooperates with other disciplinary units such as Linguistics and Comparative Literature. Professional and research interests of the faculty in Arabic include modern Arabic literature and its role in Arab society; medieval Arabic literature and its role in Islam; Arabic papyrology; literary analysis; translation; Arabic linguistics and dialectology; and the teaching of Arabic as a Foreign Language. Every attempt is made to design programs of study to fit the particular needs of individual students, as well as to prepare them for academic, government, business, and other professional employment.

Note: Students also have the opportunity to study Arabic in various Arabic Language Study Programs, many of which are overseas.