Graduate Diploma in Arts (Arabic Studies)

Course 069-AR (2008)

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Year and Campus: 2008
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Level: Graduate/Postgraduate

Contact

Graduate Enquiries, Arts & Music Student Centre Rm 104 (Ground Floor) Old Arts Building Tel: +61 3 8344 5321/+61 3 8344 6395 Fax: +61 3 9347 0424 Email: arts-gradstudies@unimelb.edu.au
Course Overview:

The graduate diploma is an introductory course of concentrated language study in Arabic. Students will acquire advanced level language skills and develop an understanding of Arab culture. The course is an entry point to an articulated structure of higher degree study and may qualify graduates for entry to the postgraduate diploma.

Course coordinator:
Dr Abdul Samad Abdullah
Asia Institute
Email: abdulsa@unimelb.edu.au

Objectives:

Students who complete the graduate diploma should:

  • acquire skills in modern standard Arabic up to advanced levels;
  • become familiar with Arab culture and civilisation.
Course Structure & Available Subjects:
  • Language subjects (75 points)
  • two elective subjects (25 points)
Total 100 points - subjects are 12.5 points each, unless indicated otherwise.
Subject Options: The course comprises a three-year sequence of language learning in Arabic. Students must select a minimum of 100 points from the following subjects, of which at least 75 points must be language subjects. As a minimum language requirement, all candidates should complete:
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Semester 2
12.50
Students considering higher degree language study are encouraged to consider additional subjects and should seek advice from the course coordinator or a Faculty course adviser regarding an appropriate enrolment. Language subjects
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Semester 1
12.50
Semester 2
12.50
Semester 1
12.50
Semester 2
12.50
Semester 1
12.50
Semester 2
12.50
Semester 1
12.50
Semester 2
12.50
Semester 1
12.50
Semester 2
12.50
Elective subjects
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2008
12.500
Not offered in 2008
12.500
Note: Other Arabic subjects offered by the Institute may be taken with the approval of the course coordinator.
Entry Requirements:

The minimum entry requirement is:

  • an undergraduate degree in any discipline.
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability
Graduate Attributes: None
Links to further information: http://www.asiainstitute.unimelb.edu.au
Notes: Students with higher level language skills may complete in 1 year, or 2 years part-time. This course is designed to be taken over 3 years on a part-time basis.

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