Program Overview

Introduction to the Master of Arts in Arabic Language and Literature

The Department of Arabic Language and Literature was established in the academic year 1997-1998, along with the founding of the University of Sharjah. The department has graduated a significant number of students in the Bachelor's degree program since its inception and has also introduced a Master's degree program in 2001, attracting a considerable number of students.

Program Objectives

The Master of Arts in Arabic Language and Literature program aims to:

1. Provide students with a broad and deep understanding of linguistic, grammatical, literary, critical, and rhetorical concepts.
2. Enable students to keep up with modern knowledge, curricula, and theories in language and literature, while strengthening their confidence in traditional studies.
3. Qualify students to write scientific research in language and literature, following established methodological standards.
4. Enhance students' problem-solving and critical thinking skills to develop their abilities in education and scientific research.
5. Foster a sense of belonging to religion, country, and nation, and help students develop noble values, such as self-reliance and teamwork.

Program Requirements

To earn a Master's degree in Arabic Language and Literature, students must complete eight courses, totaling 24 credit hours, and submit a thesis worth 9 credit hours.

Program Structure

The program consists of compulsory and elective courses.

Compulsory Courses

• Grammatical Issues: This course discusses various grammatical issues, such as the relationship between grammar and meaning, and the opinions of ancient and modern scholars on these issues.
• Linguistics: This course introduces students to the field of linguistics, its branches, and its applications, as well as the language and speech.
• Literary and Critical Issues: This course examines modern literary and critical issues, such as modernity, symbolism, and Islamic literature.
• Research Methods in Language and Literature: This course teaches students how to conduct scientific research, including methods, sources, and documentation.
• Arabic and Literary Texts in a Foreign Language: This course studies Arabic texts or texts about the Arabic language and literature in a foreign language (preferably English).

Elective Courses

• Studies in Pre-Islamic Poetry and its Sources: This course explores the poetry of the pre-Islamic era, its transmission, and its sources.
• Studies in Gulf Arabic Literature: This course examines the literature of the Gulf Arab region, its concepts, origins, and factors that led to its development.
• Arabic Rhetoric and Stylistics: This course discusses the science of Arabic rhetoric, its concepts, and its applications.
• Issues in Comparative Literature: This course introduces students to the concept of comparative literature, its development, and its applications.
• Qur'anic Expression: This course analyzes the Qur'anic expression, its characteristics, and its secrets.
• Linguistic Sounds: This course explores the concept of sound in language, its sources, and its applications.
• Studies in Arabic Morphology: This course examines the science of Arabic morphology, its concepts, and its applications.
• Contemporary Linguistic Schools: This course discusses modern linguistic schools, their history, principles, and applications.
• Thesis: After completing the required courses, students must write a comprehensive thesis in their area of specialization.

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the university's admission criteria and requirements.

Duration and Location

The program is offered at the University of Sharjah's main campus and can be completed in 2-4 years. The language of instruction is Arabic, and the program is available on a full-time or part-time basis.

Conclusion

The Master of Arts in Arabic Language and Literature program at the University of Sharjah is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the Arabic language and literature, as well as the skills to conduct scientific research and analyze literary texts. The program is suitable for students who wish to pursue a career in education, research, or related fields.