Spoken daily by over 400 million people worldwide, Arabic is one of the world’s major languages. The courses in Arabic language and culture provide not only a good knowledge of the language itself, but also an invaluable perspective into Arabic culture, history, literature, philosophy, religion and society.
Arabic Language and Culture
Program overview
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Why choose this program
Enhanced Arabic Skills: The Arabic Language and Culture minor offers you comprehensive training in various communication skills, such as reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Some more specialized courses focus on culture, film, literature, and linguistics.
Interactive Learning Environment: Engage in cultural activities and you can also study abroad in Arabic-speaking countries for one or two terms without paying international tuition fees.
Learning Support: Benefit from innovative and engaging resources such as specialized teaching tools, oral expression and conversation workshops, and AI‑based language‑learning technologies.
Career Opportunities: Prepare for diverse careers such as interpreter, translator, diplomat, ambassador, intergovernmental affairs officer, immigration policy analyst, language school manager, or communications specialist.
Program structure
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Opportunity to acquire a solid foundation while following a Specialization or a Major in another discipline.
Must be taken in addition to a main program.
Admission requirements and deadlines for Arabic Language and Culture
After your studies
After completing your undergraduate studies in your specialization or major (for example, a major in World Languages and Cultures) with a minor in Arabic Language and Culture, you have two main paths to consider: continuing your studies or entering the workforce.
You may choose to pursue graduate studies in your main program, such as a Master’s degree (MA), to deepen your knowledge and develop advanced research, analytical, and critical‑thinking skills.
You may also decide to enter the job market directly. Your degree can lead to a variety of careers in fields such as Interpreter, Translator, Language school manager, Ambassador, Diplomat, Intergovernmental affairs officer, Immigration policy analyst, Communications specialist. These opportunities allow you to apply your skills in writing, speaking and Interpersonal communication in real-world settings.
Whether you choose to continue your studies or transition into the workforce, your degree provides a strong foundation for building a career.
Tuition and fees
Student experience
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Graduate Students' Association (GSAMLL)
The GSAMLL is a member of the larger Graduate Students Association of University of Ottawa. Our mandate is to enhance environment in which our members pursue their collective academic interests.
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