Arabic Language and Literature

• Linguistic Mastery: Comprehensive knowledge of Arabic grammar (Nahw), morphology (Sarf), and rhetoric (Balagha), enabling the production of error-free professional and creative writing.
• Literary Analysis: The ability to critically analyze classical and modern poetry and prose using various schools of literary criticism and analytical tools.
• Research Skills: Proficiency in conducting scientific research in Arabic studies, including the ability to utilize digital resources and modern technology for linguistic data analysis.
• Cultural Context: A deep understanding of Arab-Islamic civilization and its historical influence on language and literature.
• Communication Proficiency: Mastery of standard Arabic (Fusha) in oral and written forms, suitable for professional environments such as media, diplomacy, and education.
• Professional Ethics: Adherence to the ethics of the literary and educational professions, including academic integrity in research. 

• The College of Humanities and Social Sciences Council determines the number of students admitted in accordance with the Kingdom’s comprehensive development plan.
• Applicants must have a minimum score of 85% in secondary school.
• Applicants must meet the general admission requirements of King Saud University as stipulated in the Undergraduate Study and Examination Regulations.
• No additional special requirements apply to admission to the Department of Arabic Language and Literature.

First Year – First Semester

Common First Year (Humanities Track)

ENGL101 – English Language Skills – 3 Credit Hours
IT101 – Information Technology Skills – 3 Credit Hours
COMM101 – Communication Skills – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB111 – Introduction to Arabic Language Studies – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester

Common First Year (Humanities Track)

ENGL102 – English Language Development – 3 Credit Hours
IT102 – Advanced IT Skills – 2 Credit Hours
COMM102 – Academic Communication Skills – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB112 – Arabic Writing & Expression – 2 Credit Hours

Second Year – First Semester

Major Requirements – Linguistics

ARAB201 – Arabic Syntax (Nahw I) – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB202 – Arabic Morphology (Sarf I) – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB203 – Language Science (Ilm Al-Lugha) – 3 Credit Hours
ISL201 – Islamic Culture – 2 Credit Hours

Second Year – Second Semester

Major Requirements – Linguistics & Rhetoric

ARAB211 – Arabic Syntax (Nahw II) – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB212 – Arabic Morphology (Sarf II) – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB213 – Arabic Rhetoric (Balagha I) – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB214 – Principles of Literary Criticism – 3 Credit Hours

Third Year – First Semester

Specialized Literature Studies

ARAB301 – Pre-Islamic & Early Islamic Literature – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB302 – Abbasid Literature – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB303 – Ancient Arabic Prose – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB304 – Rhetoric & Stylistic Analysis – 3 Credit Hours

Third Year – Second Semester

Literature and Criticism

ARAB311 – Modern Arabic Literature – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB312 – Islamic Literature – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB313 – Literary Criticism (Applied Studies) – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB314 – Advanced Writing & Expression – 3 Credit Hours

Fourth Year – First Semester

Advanced Studies & Specialization

ARAB401 – Contemporary Arabic Thought – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB402 – Text Analysis & Interpretation – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB403 – Research Methods in Arabic Language – 3 Credit Hours

Capstone Preparation

ARAB404 – Graduation Project I – 3 Credit Hours

Fourth Year – Second Semester

Capstone & Professional Skills

ARAB411 – Rhetoric & Public Expression – 3 Credit Hours
ARAB412 – Applied Linguistics in Arabic – 3 Credit Hours

Capstone Completion

ARAB413 – Graduation Project II – 4 Credit Hours

Key Learning Tracks (Integrated Across the Program)

• Linguistics: Syntax, morphology, and language sciences

• Literature & Criticism: Classical, Islamic, and modern Arabic literature

• Rhetoric & Expression: Advanced writing, speaking, and analytical skills