Immerse yourself in Arabic language and culture with Georgia Southern’s Bachelor of Arts in World Languages and Cultures with a concentration in Arabic Studies. You’ll develop a profound understanding of Arabic language, history, and culture, equipping you with vital skills for careers ranging from international relations to translation, to education and beyond.
Locations
- Statesboro Campus
Why Get your Bachelor of Arts in Arabic at Georgia Southern?
Majoring in Arabic at Georgia Southern University offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in one of the world’s most widely spoken languages while gaining insights into the rich cultural, historical, and political landscapes of the Arabic-speaking world.
Our program goes beyond language proficiency, providing a comprehensive education that equips you with the skills to navigate diverse global contexts and prepare for careers in international relations, intelligence, diplomacy, and global business. Small class sizes and a supportive campus environment foster personalized learning. Opportunities such as study abroad programs in Morocco and participation in the Model Arab League further enrich your educational experience.
Whether you aim to work in government, non-profit organizations, or multinational corporations, an Arabic major from Georgia Southern positions you for a world of possibilities.
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What Can You Do With a Bachelor’s Degree in Arabic?
A Bachelor’s degree in Arabic from Georgia Southern University unlocks career opportunities that require cross-cultural communication and linguistic expertise. You’ll be equipped to excel at careers in international relations, translation, interpretation, global business, government, education, and nonprofit sectors, to mention a few.
The Georgia Southern Arabic program not only fosters fluency in a critical language but also imparts a deep understanding of the Arabic-speaking world’s cultural, historical, and political landscapes. This comprehensive knowledge will give you an edge in fields such as diplomacy, intelligence, the military, and international development.
Where our graduates work:
- Media and Journalism
- Medical Field
- Engineering
- Federal or Government Agencies
- Human rights organizations
- Immigration and Customs
- International banking
- International marketing
- Interpreting and Translating
- Law and Legislation
- Military
- Education and Museums
What our graduates do:
- Broadcast Media Manager
- Contract or Corporate Consultant
- Crypto Language Analyst
- Medical Professional
- Government Relations Specialist
- Human Rights Representative
- Immigration and Customs Agent
- Interpreter and Translator
- Journalist and Copy Editor
- Linguist/Language Analyst
- Military Translator or Interpreter
- National Security Analyst
- Teacher
What You’ll Learn
As an Arabic major at Georgia Southern University, you’ll develop comprehensive language skills while gaining deep insight into the cultural, historical, and social contexts that shape the Arabic-speaking world.
Your coursework will cover essential aspects of Modern Standard Arabic and dialects, alongside an exploration of literature, history, politics, and religious traditions. You’ll apply your knowledge through immersive study abroad programs, independent research projects, and participation in the Model Arab League.
Earning your BA in Arabic prepares you not only for language fluency but also to engage critically and confidently with global issues, opening doors to careers in international relations, government, business, and beyond.
Curriculum
Foundational
- Elementary Arabic I
For students who have never studied Arabic. Focus on basic communication skills (understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Arabic) and cultural understanding. Includes laboratory program. - Elementary Arabic II
Continued focus on basic communication skills (understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Arabic) and cultural understanding, with increased emphasis on active use of the language. Includes laboratory program. - Intermediate Arabic I
Building upon communication skills (understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Arabic) and cultural understanding, developed at the elementary level. - Intermediate Arabic II
Continued focus on communication skills and cultural understanding.
Additional Arabic Courses
ARAB 3030: Selected Topics in Arabic
- Culture and Conversation
- Feminism & Arab Women
- Advanced Method Writing
- Levantine Dialect I, II and III
- Arabic Translation
- Advanced Arabic Composition
- Moroccan Dialect
- Arabic Popular Culture
- Conversation & Composition
- Arabic Conversation
Continued development of language competencies (listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture) with special emphasis on Arabic conversation. - Arabic Culture
Introduction to Arabic culture patterns, behaviors, and monuments. Continued development of language competencies. - Commercial Arabic
Introduction to the language and practices of doing business in the Arab world. Continued development of language competencies. - Studies Abroad
- Speaking I and II
- Writing I and II
Study Abroad in Morocco
Morocco is one of the most culturally diverse and historically rich countries in the world. From the majestic mountains of the Atlas and Rif ranges, to the sun-drenched sands of the Sahara, Atlantic and Mediterranean, Morocco’s natural beauty and cultural richness make it the ideal location to study abroad.
Rabat, Morocco’s capital, offers a combination of modern and traditional and provides a wide range of opportunities for students to experience its culture through art exhibits, music and theater. Throughout the city, you will come across architectural marvels centuries old. You may explore marketplaces established in medieval times and visit museums, palaces and mosques.
Rabat is an ideal place to learn about the languages, cultures and religions of North Africa and the Arab world. From its towering city walls to its breathtaking Atlantic coastline, the Moroccan capital of Rabat will enchant and inspire you.
Minor in Arabic
Minoring in Arabic at GSU allows you to communicate intra-, inter- and trans-culturally. You’ll be able to adapt to different environments, be more sensitive to diversity and think more critically.
Learn about the Arabic Minor
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Follow these steps to complete the Georgia Southern application:
- Create an application account.
- Complete our online application using the PIN you received after creating your application account.
- Once complete, pay the $30 application fee or upload a valid fee waiver. Previous Georgia Southern applicants and dual enrollment students do not need to pay the fee.
You can check your application status at My.GeorgiaSouthern.edu/admissions three days after completing your application. This page contains live information about your admission status, including a checklist of missing documents we need to make a decision.
Apply to the Master's program Transfer to Georgia SouthernThe following are suggestions to help students and advisors know which level of a FL course the student should register for initially (students should compare their abilities with the descriptions below and plan to sign up for the course that most closely matches their proficiency).
Students should send an email to languages@georgiasouthern.edu to request an appointment for a placement interview and to obtain override authorization into the course.
Note that, because courses are sequenced, it is a huge advantage to students to take a FL class their very first semester or as soon as possible.
Choose…
- FL 1001: If you have no previous language-learning experience all the way to the ability to say and write a few words/phrases.
- FL 1002: If you can say and write simple sentences confidently in the present tense; can ask and answer simple questions; have an awareness of past-tense verbs.
- FL 2001: If you can speak and write in the present tense with relative ease, have an awareness of past-tense narration and can utilize some past-tense verbs accurately; can ask and answer questions related to daily life; can manage a simple conversation, albeit with difficulty.
- FL 2002: If you can speak in the present tense with ease and can successfully attempt some past-tense narration (tell a story in the past); can confidently ask and answer questions related to daily life; can conduct a simple conversation with relative ease.
- FL 3000 level: If you can narrate completely (beginning, middle, end) an experience in the past, although perhaps with grammatical errors and lexical gaps.
Note: You may place out of 1001, 1002, 1060, 2001, 2002, and/or 2060 courses and still get credit for them. If you have taken an offered language previously, you should attempt to take the course that best fits your current abilities—you do not need to and should not start in 1001, if you don’t need to. If you take a higher course and receive a C or better (must be a Georgia Southern course; cannot be an eCore or transfer course from another institution or AP/IB/CLEP credit), you may petition to get credit for the lower course(s) through Credit by Proficiency. For more information about the process click here and/or talk to Department of World Languages and Cultures staff for more information.
- Arabic Club
- Arabic at GS Blog
- Model Arab League
- Arabic Conversation Hour
- Arabic Movie Night
- Arabic Music Night
- Arabic Poetry Night
- Henna Day
- Cooking Workshops
- Arabic Coffee Hour
- Arabic Picnic
- Arabic Culture Day
Student Testimonial
It may seem out of the ordinary that an Arabic language and International Studies major decided to pursue a career in Aviation. While not the most obvious path, it is one that’s opened many doors for me. My foreign language education not only assisted me in getting into Flight School, but it’s connected me to the Aviation community as a whole. People from countries around the world come to Fort Rucker to learn to fly helicopters. I’ve met several international and U.S. Army aviators with similar academic and foreign language backgrounds, trained in school and also by the Army. Their stories and careers serve as a huge inspiration for my own career goals. I am excited for the prospects of continuing my Arabic language education in conjunction with advancing my career as an Army Officer.
Take the Next Step
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Contact Us
Department of World Languages and Cultures
P.O. Box 8081
Statesboro, GA 30460-8081
Phone: 912-478-5281
languages@georgiasouthern.edu
Youssef Salhi
Lecturer of Arabic
Interdisciplinary Academic Building 2071
Email: ysalhi@georgiasouthern.edu
Phone: 912-478-0254