Arabic and Linguistics BA Honours

Program Overview

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Arabic and Linguistics BA Honours

Overview

Our Arabic and Linguistics BA trains you to be a competent linguist ready to enter graduate employment. Our degree offers the exciting combination of the study of Arabic language and culture alongside the wider study of the forms, structures and varieties of language itself.

Course Details

• UCAS Code: TQ61
• Institution Code: W50
• Attendance: Full-time - September 2025, Part-time day - September 2025, Part-time day - September 2026, Full-time - September 2026
• UK Fees: £9,535 *
• International Fees: £17,000 *
• Duration: 3 or 4 years
• Campus: Regent, Central London

Course Summary

You'll develop a high level of competence in oral and written communication in Arabic, proficiency in language transfer skills, and a thorough knowledge of Arabic culture. On graduation, you'll be able to thrive linguistically in diverse cultural situations.

Course Structure

• Year 1:
  • Exploring Language
  • Introduction to the Study of Language and Culture
  • Objects and Meaning: The Social Life of Material Culture
  • The Arab World and the Word
  • World Varieties of English
• Year 2:
  • Child Language Acquisition
  • Expressions of Arabic Culture
  • Language in the Public Space
  • Language Structure and Meaning
  • Multilingual e-Collaboration: Transposing Current Affairs
  • Understanding Culture: Arabic Studies in Focus
• Placement Year:
  • Professional experience or study abroad year
• Year 3:
  • Applied Language Studies
  • Final Year Project
  • Identities on the Move: Arabic Studies in Focus
  • Language Contact and Change
  • Language Form
  • Multilingualism in Society: Theory and Practice
  • Sex Strike: Gender and Protest
  • Themes in Contemporary Arabic Studies
  • Work Placement for Humanities

Professional Experience or Study Abroad Year

Between Years 2 and 3, you'll have the opportunity to undertake a professional placement year in industry. Completing the placement year will lead to the final award Bachelor of Arts with Honours – Arabic and Linguistics with Professional Experience.

Alternatively, you can undertake a period of study abroad at one of Westminster's partner institutions. Successful completion will lead to the final award Bachelor of Arts with Honours – Arabic and Linguistics with International Experience.

Professional Recognition

The University of Westminster is a Higher Education Language partner of the Chartered Institute of Linguists.

Entry Requirements

• UK:
  • A levels – BCC (104 UCAS Tariff points)
  • T levels – 104 UCAS Tariff points
  • International Baccalaureate – 104 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme
  • BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM
  • BTEC Diploma – D*D
  • Access – 104 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course
• International:
  • International Baccalaureate – 104 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme
  • Other international qualifications – We accept a wide range of international high school level qualifications
  • International Foundation courses – We work in partnership with Kaplan International College London who provide the International Foundation Certificate
• English Language Requirements:
  • IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a score of 5.5 in each component

Fees and Funding

• UK Tuition Fee: £9,535 (Price per academic year)
• International Tuition Fee: £17,000 (Price per academic year)
• Funding: As well as tuition fee loans, there is a range of funding available to help you fund your studies
• Scholarships: The University is dedicated to supporting ambitious and outstanding students and we offer a variety of scholarships to eligible undergraduate students

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching Methods: Teaching methods across all our undergraduate courses focus on active student learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based and blended learning, and where appropriate practical application
• Assessment: Our undergraduate courses include a wide variety of assessments, including practical, written exams, and coursework

Supporting You

• Student Hub: Our Student Hub is where you’ll find out about the services and support we offer, helping you get the best out of your time with us
• Study Support: Workshops, 1-2-1 support and online resources to help improve your academic and research skills
• Personal Tutors: Support you in fulfilling your academic and personal potential
• Student Advice Team: Provide specialist advice on a range of issues including funding, benefits and visas
• Extra-Curricular Activities: Volunteering opportunities, sports and fitness activities, student events and more

Course Location

• Regent Campus: Our Regent Campus is comprised of two sites, situated on and around Regent Street – one of the most famous and vibrant streets in London.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

This program aims to train students to become competent linguists prepared for graduate employment. It combines the study of Arabic language and culture with a broader exploration of language forms, structures, and varieties.

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Objectives:

• Develop a high level of competence in oral and written Arabic communication.
• Achieve proficiency in language transfer skills.
• Gain a thorough understanding of Arabic culture.
• Equip graduates to thrive linguistically in diverse cultural situations.

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Description:

The program features an integrated curriculum focusing on applied language skills and cultural studies, supported by rigorous development of foreign language skills in all areas. It emphasizes employability and the contemporary cultural context, offering high-quality teaching in all language skills. The linguistics component enhances understanding and knowledge of language to an advanced level, while fostering and enhancing English language skills.

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Outline:

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Level 4 (Year 1):

• Exploring Language: Introduces the study of language and culture.
• Objects and Meaning: The Social Life of Material Culture: Explores the social significance of material objects.
• The Arab World and the Word: Examines the relationship between language and culture in the Arab world.
• World Varieties of English: Studies the diverse forms of English spoken globally.

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Level 5 (Year 2):

• Child Language Acquisition: Explores the process of language development in children.
• Expressions of Arabic Culture: Examines various cultural expressions in the Arabic-speaking world.
• Language in the Public Space: Analyzes the role of language in public discourse.
• Multilingual e-Collaboration: Transposing Current Affairs: Explores the use of language in online collaboration and current events.
• Understanding Culture: Arabic Studies in Focus: Provides a deeper understanding of Arabic culture.

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Placement Year (Between Years 2 and 3):

• Students can choose to undertake a professional placement year in industry, leading to the award of Bachelor of Arts with Honours – Arabic and Linguistics with Professional Experience.
• Alternatively, students can study abroad at one of Westminster's partner institutions, leading to the award of Bachelor of Arts with Honours – Arabic and Linguistics with International Experience.

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Level 6 (Year 3):

• Applied Language Studies: Focuses on practical applications of language skills.
• Final Year Project: Allows students to conduct independent research on a chosen topic.
• Identities on the Move: Arabic Studies in Focus: Examines the dynamics of identity in the Arabic-speaking world.
• Language Contact and Change: Explores the interaction and evolution of languages.
• Language Form: Delves into the structure and form of language.
• Multilingualism in Society: Theory and Practice: Studies the theory and practice of multilingualism.
• Sex Strike: Gender and Protest: Examines the role of gender and protest in society.
• Themes in Contemporary Arabic Studies: Explores current issues and trends in Arabic studies.
• Work Placement for Humanities: Provides opportunities for work experience in humanities-related fields.

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Assessment:

• Written exams: End-of-semester exams are a significant component of assessment.
• Coursework: Includes essays, reports, in-class tests, portfolios, and dissertations.
• Practical: Involves presentations, videos, podcasts, lab work, and creating artifacts.

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Teaching:

• Teaching methods: Focus on active student learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based and blended learning, and practical application where appropriate.
• Faculty: The program is taught by world experts in creoles, pidgins, and sociolinguistics.
• Unique approaches: The program emphasizes an integrated interdisciplinary approach, exploring the connections between language and culture and their broader historical and cross-cultural contexts.

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Careers:

• Potential career paths: Graduates are prepared for roles in various fields, including:
• Civil Service
• Digital copywriting
• Language teaching
• Speech therapy
• Teaching and education
• Translation and interpreting
• Opportunities: The program provides opportunities for work experience abroad in Arabic-speaking countries, such as Jordan, Morocco, and Egypt.
• Outcomes: Graduates have found employment at organizations including:
• Alif Academy
• Henry Cavendish Primary School
• Interior College
• King Saud University
• Nasser Vocational Training Centre

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Other:

• The University of Westminster is a Higher Education Language partner of the Chartered Institute of Linguists.
• The program is available for both full-time and part-time study.
• The Regent Campus is located in the heart of multicultural London, providing access to the Languages Plus program, which connects students with native speakers and offers language exchange opportunities, grammar help, and work experience in languages-related fields.

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UK Fees: £1,540

• International Fees: £2,570
• Price per 20-credit module