PhD in Arabic Language and Literature

Knowledge:

Describes comparative and contrastive linguistic and literary methodologies when analyzing texts.

Skills:

• Analyzes linguistic and literary texts (prose and poetry) using comparative approaches.
• Conducts critical readings of classical and modern linguistic and literary works.
• Produces specialized research papers based on academic methodologies within Arabic studies.
• Employs technology to access and evaluate diverse and reliable linguistic and literary sources.

Values:

• Respects others, assumes responsibility for learning, and engages effectively in academic discussions.
• Commits to research ethics and academic integrity when presenting or publishing scholarly work.
• Manages specialized academic tasks efficiently in linguistic and literary contexts.

In addition to the regulations of the Deanship of Graduate Studies, applicants must pass two qualifying exams — one written and one oral (interview) — and the evaluation of their master’s thesis will also be considered.

First Year – First Semester
ARAB617 – Studies in Arabic Literature in a Foreign Language (Orientalist Thought) – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB647 – Modern Linguistic Studies – 3 Credit Hours

Second Year – First Semester (Literature & Criticism Track)
ARAB634 – Issues in Classical Literary Criticism – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB635 – Theories of Contemporary Literary Criticism – 3 Credit Hours

Second Year – First Semester (Language & Grammar Track)
ARAB637 – Studies in Language and Syntax – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB644 – Semantics – 3 Credit Hours

Research Phase – Final Years
ARAB699 – Dissertation: Original Research – 12+ Credit Hours

Program Duration: 3 to 5 Years