Arabic
Exploring the Major
Why should you study Arabic?
The Arabic major helps students reach high proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing, enabling them to express complex ideas and engage with abstract topics. Through coursework and a study abroad, students specialize in areas like literature, linguistics, or culture, presenting research in Arabic. The program also encourages interdisciplinary learning and offers access to original sources and native perspectives, preparing students for careers in global and professional contexts. Pairing language skills with another academic discipline will allow students to integrate insights and to provide analysis in diverse career fields.
You will communicate in spoken and written Arabic, gain skills in analyzing and appreciating both traditional and modern literature, acquire effective research strategies, and learn to write clearly and persuasively. This prepares students to work as analysts and experts on the Middle East for government agencies, businesses, and other organizations. Linguistic skill in Arabic, as well as a solid understanding of the history, politics, arts, and culture of the region is vital to these agencies
Arabic Department Contacts
- Academic and Professional Development Manager: Cielle Davis
- Section Head: Spencer Scoville
- Study Abroad Director: Spencer Scoville
- Asian and Near Eastern Languages Department: Asian and Near Eastern Languages Department
- Arabic program: Arabic | Home
Arabic Competencies and Careers
Competencies Developed in the Program
Students in the Arabic program can expect to develop strong competencies:
- Communication
- Information Literacy
- Cultural Navigation
Want to know more about these professional competencies? Career Readiness.
Common Career Fields
Arabic students can use their degree to pursue careers in many fields!
Some of those include: Government, Diplomacy, Intelligence, Business Administration, Consulting, Law, Medicine, and Translation and Localization.
Jobs in these career fields:
Would you like to know about specific jobs in these fields? Check out this pamphlet.
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Meet with your advisor!
Would you like to know more about the program to see if it’s a good fit for your goals? Would you like to know more about your career options? Do you have a career option in mind but you’d like resources to help you chart a path toward that goal? Come meet with your Academic and Professional Development Manager, Cielle Davis!
Contact the Liberal Arts Advisement Center to set up an appointment!
How to Add the Major
Arabic Language must be added as a double major. Once you have a primary major selected, you can begin the double major process. You can learn more about the double major process here or contact Cielle Davis.
Student Success Stories
Where do Arabic majors go after graduation?
Job titles: Manager, Research Fellow, Legal Clerk, Intelligence Analyst, Financial Advisor, Client Relations Representative,
Companies where they work: YWCA, Utah Muslim Civic League, Renaissance Financial, MediaLocate, McCullough Law, Aptive
FAQ'S
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Arabic Language students must double major. You can petition to double major. Learn about the process here.
Declare a primary major first, then you can begin the double major petition process. How to change your major
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Most students start in ARAB 101. If you have some Arabic language experience, you may be able to begin your studies at a higher level and waive lower classes in the major. Speak with the section head Spencer Scoville to assess your abilities and find the right course.
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