Bachelor of Arabic Language and Literature – Literature

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Study Plan:
First: University Requirements – (39) credit hours
Course No. Course Name Credit Hours Pre-requisite Study System
01011108 Arabic Morphology and Syntax (1) 03 – Physical Attendance
01011017 English Language (1) 03 – Physical Attendance
01013029 Introduction to Humanities 03 – Physical Attendance
01014043 UAE Society and National Identity 03 – Remote Learning
01014052 Islamic Philosophy 03 – Remote Learning
02021001 Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (E) 039 – Remote Learning
01011013 As-Seerah An-Nabawiyyah – The Prophetic Biography 03 – Physical Attendance
01014056 Research Methods and Innovation 03 – Remote Learning
02021002 Fundamentals of Information System & Technologies (E) 03 – Physical Attendance
02021003 Data Analysis (E) 03 02021002 Physical Attendance
01012019 Natural Sciences 03 – Physical Attendance
02021004 Artificial Intelligence (E) 03 02021002 Remote Learning
01012024 Islamic Thought and Civilization 03 – Physical Attendance
Second: Program Compulsory Requirements – (48) credit hours
01011109 Arabic Morphology and Syntax (2) 03 01011108 Physical Attendance
02013110 Introduction to Linguistics 03 – Remote Learning
02013210 Arabic literature before Prophet’s Messengership and at the beginning of Islam 03 – Remote Learning
02013310 Rhetoric: Meanings and Metaphors 03 – Physical Attendance
01012016 Arabic Morphology and Syntax (3) 03 01011109 Physical Attendance
02013320 New Rhetoric and Argumentation 03 02013310 Physical Attendance
02014026 Semantics 03 02013110 Physical Attendance
01024013 Philology 03 01012016 Physical Attendance
02013330 Miraculous Eloquence and Rhetoric 03 02013310 Physical Attendance
02013220 Umayyad and Abbasid Literature 03 02013210 Remote Learning
02014021 Emirati Literature 03 02013220 Remote Learning
02011002 Arabic Prosody and Rhyme 03 – Physical Attendance
01012023 Arabic Morphology and Syntax (4) 03 01012016 Physical Attendance
02013013 Andalusian Literature and Successive States 03 02013220 Remote Learning
02024018 Graduation Project 06 Passing no less than 96 academic hours successfully Remote Learning
Third: Optional Requirements – (06) credit hours
02012200 Learning Theories and their Educational Applications 03 – Remote Learning
02012007 Linguistic and Literary Library 03 – Remote Learning
02012010 Writing and Expression Skills 03 01011109 Remote Learning
02012011 Research Methods in Language and Literature 03 01014056 Physical Attendance
01011012 English Language (2) 03 01011017 Physical Attendance
Fourth: Specialization Compulsory Requirements – (27) credit hours
02014410 Ancient Literary Criticism 03 – Physical Attendance
02014420 Comparative Literature 03 – Remote Learning
02015100 Modern Arabic Poetry 03 02013220 Physical Attendance
02014023 Modern Arabic Narration 03 – Remote Learning
02012009 Literary Studies Curriculum 03 – Physical Attendance
02014022 Literary Text Analysis 03 – Physical Attendance
02014025 Modern Literary Criticism 03 – Physical Attendance
01014049 Field Training 06 – Physical Attendance
Head of Department: DR. AYSHA JUMA AL SHAMSI
Program Information:
  • Program Name: Bachelor of Arabic Language and Literature – Specialization: Literature
  • Program Code:
  • Program Initial Approval Date: 15 April 2021
  • Program Providing Entity: College of Arts and Humanities
  • Program Duration: (8) Eight Semesters
  • Program Hours: (120) Credit Hours
  • Total Number of Modules: (38) Modules
Bachelor’s Degree Program Admission Requirements:
  • The applicant shall achieve a minimum average of:
    • 80% in the general secondary certificate for the General Stream
    • 75% in the general secondary certificate for the Advanced Stream
    • 70% in the general secondary certificate for the Elite Stream
  • The student shall pass the personal interview, which includes an oral test and a placement test.

The student shall meet the following requirements to be admitted at the end of the first semester:

  • A minimum average of (2) in the semester average.
  • A minimum score of (1250) points in the Emirates Standardized Test (EmSAT) in Arabic language, and a minimum score of (1000) in English or its equivalent in other standardized tests (IETLS, TOEFL …).
  • A minimum score of (700) points in the Emirates Standardized Test (EmSAT) in mathematics.
Bachelor’s Degree Program Admission Adopted Standards:
  • Knowledge of the Islamic religion basics
  • Knowledge of Arabic language basics
  • Correct pronunciation and correct reading
  • General knowledge
  • Knowledge of English language basics
  • General Personal Features
Study System
  • The study system of the program is the credit hours system, and teaching will be during the academic week days only, i.e., from Monday to Friday.
  • The program is presented in the blended study system in accordance with the academic accreditation standards of the Ministry of Education in the United Arab Emirates.         
Program Objectives:
  1. Developing the student’s linguistic and literary knowledge, and developing his abilities in basic skills of the Arabic language and 21st Century Skills.
  2. Enabling the student to think properly, analyze, criticize, create and interact with the Arab and human heritage.
  3. Providing the student with basic communication skills. writing and speaking, to use the same efficiently and fluently.
  4. Providing the student with the rules and skills of scientific research.
  5. Strengthening the spirit of belonging to the religion and the homeland by deepening the love of the Arabic language and its literature.
  6. Encouraging students for continuous self-learning and creativity.
  7. Consolidating the values of patriotism and moderation, engaging in contemporary human civilization and openness to the other.
Programme Outcomes
  1. Know literary, critical and rhetorical topics from the original sources thereof.
  2. Distinguish the rules of literary criticism in different literary genres according to the foundations of modern and contemporary literary and critical schools.
  3. Analyze literary evidence and texts using literary analysis and criticism tools.
  4. Use scientific research tools in the preparation of research.
  5. Discuss issues of literature, criticism and rhetoric in creative manners.
  6. Use basic communication skills in Arabic language in research and problem-solving processes.
  7. Use the means of modern technology to develop his literary, critical and rhetorical knowledge and skills.
  8. Adhere to the ethics of his literary profession and bear the resulting liability.
  9. Participate in the management of individual and team work depending on a spirit of leadership.
  10. Employ self-learning skills in his literary area of specialization.
  11. Develop creative literary skills in public speaking and persuasion to build moderate personality in terms of thinking and behavior.
The program outcomes (specialization: Literature) have been aligned with the National Qualification System (NQS) of the United Arab Emirates as the following:
  Strand Statement Programme Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Knowledge Specialized knowledge of facts and theories and understanding of the limits of the specialization, as well as a broad and coherent knowledge and concepts, in addition to an extent of going deeper into basic principles and theoretical concepts *
Understanding the knowledge and theories related to the areas of specialization and knowledge of relevant laws, regulations and standards * *
Understanding the criticism and analysis methodology required to prepare a coherent structure of knowledge and concepts acquired from a range of sources. *
A comprehensive understanding of the principle of critical analysis, research systems and methods, and evaluation methods of problem-solving. *
Specialized knowledge of facts and theories and understanding of the limits of the specialization, as well as a broad and coherent knowledge and concepts, in addition to an extent of going deeper into basic principles and theoretical concepts *
Skills Creative and analytical skills suitable for solving a wide range of specialized problems using procedural and indicative processes that include preparing and developing logical evidence within familiar or unfamiliar contexts of a specialization. * * * *
Evaluate, select and apply appropriate methodologies and procedures to conduct a research and reach the desired solutions. * * *
Evaluate and implement appropriate research tools and strategies relevant to the area of work and specialization * *
Use advanced Information and communications technology (ICT) skills to present, explain or analyze complex and unexpected issues *
Autonomy and Responsibility Ability to assume responsibility for developing innovative and advanced methods to assess and manage complex and unexpected resources, processes, and procedures associated with the work and learning areas. * *
Ability to manage supervisory or design processes under the specialization in unexpected and unfamiliar contexts *
Ability to work individually or collectively in a creative and effective manner, as well as the ability to manage technical or professional activities in different contexts * *
Express a personal point of view while accepting the responsibility before society and social and cultural relations * * *
Integration into the Context Work independently in multiple groups and take on semi-professional roles under little direction * * *
Ability to assume responsibility for setting, developing and achieving the desired outcomes of the individual and the group, and for managing and directing the work of others *
Ability to participate in peer relationships with qualified individuals and in leading multiple groups *
Ability to assume the responsibility for managing the career development process and direct monitoring for the performance of individuals and groups *
Self-development Evaluate private learning and assume responsibility for contributing in the development of work and professional practices *
Ability to manage learning-related tasks independently and professionally in complex and unfamiliar learning contexts occasionally. *
Contribute to the maintenance and observance of ethical standards * *
Employment Opportunities

The public and private sectors always need Arabic language graduates, and the Ministry of Education’s need for Arabic language teachers is uninterrupted. This program is designed to address the problem of scientific competence among graduates of Arabic language departments, and to provide employers with qualified students.

A graduate of the Bachelor of Arabic Language and Literature, with its two specializations (Literature – Language and Linguistics) is qualified to work in various fields at the following institutions:

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