Program Overview

Graduate Diploma of Classical Arabic

The Graduate Diploma of Classical Arabic from Charles Sturt University is a dedicated language program focused on developing your skills in reading, writing, and speaking Arabic, as well as analyzing classical Islamic texts.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online
• Duration: Minimum time - 1 year, Maximum time - 2 years
• Entry Score: TBA
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: Fee paying overseas - $23,760.00 pa (full-time), $11,880.00 pa (part-time)
• Course Points and Codes: Credit Points - 64, AQF - Level 8

Why Study with Us?

• Developed by experts in the field, the Graduate Diploma of Classical Arabic provides an intermediate level of proficiency in Arabic.
• Well-rounded program: You'll study Arabic grammar and textual structures and develop proficiency in writing, speaking, and reading modern standard Arabic.
• Study that fits your lifestyle: This course is available for part-time online study so you can study around your work and lifestyle commitments.
• Your pathway to further study: This Arabic language degree provides a pathway to Charles Sturt University's Master of Classical Arabic if you want to further your expertise.
• A dynamic academic community: The Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation is a collaboration between Charles Sturt University and the Islamic Sciences and Research Academy of Australia (ISRA).

Career Opportunities

Our Graduate Diploma of Classical Arabic will equip you with a valuable set of skills that can help drive professional development and career advancement. With additional study, you could pursue a career path as a teacher or an academic with expertise in classical Arabic.

What You Will Study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations.

Core Subjects

• ISL441: Arabic Language and Culture 1
• ISL442: Arabic Language and Culture 2
• ISL461: Arabic Grammar 1
• ISL462: Arabic Grammar 2
• ISL543: Arabic Language and Culture 3
• ISL551: Arabic Morphology
• ISL557: Arabic Literature 1
• ISL558: Arabic Literature 2

Costs

Course Fees

• International online: Fee paying overseas - $23,760.00 pa (full-time), $11,880.00 pa (part-time)
• Payment Options:
  1. Pay all of your student contribution up front direct to the university
  2. Pay part of your student contribution to the university and defer the balance via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)
  3. Defer all of your student contribution via a HECS-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: TBA
• Academic Entry Requirements: A completed Bachelor Degree (or AQF equivalent) in any discipline from a University or other tertiary education provider.
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

Credit and Pathways

If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker.

Scholarships

We have scholarships and grants, totaling over $11 million annually! They cover various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living, and individuals in unique circumstances.

How to Apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below.

• Apply via UAC: Important dates - Refer to key dates on the UAC website
• Apply via VTAC: Important dates - Refer to key dates on the VTAC website
• Apply directly to Charles Sturt: Important dates - Check out our direct application closing dates

Related Courses

Other courses that you might be interested in…

• Graduate Certificate in Classical Arabic
• Master of Classical Arabic

The willingness of the staff at the Islamic Sciences and Research Academy (ISRA) in helping me achieve my goals is incredible. I would recommend studying at CSU as it is multicultural, proactive, and fun.

Sumeyra Ilhan - Master of Classical Arabic

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