Overview

The Department of Arabic Language and Literature was established in the School of Languages / University of Jordan in Aqaba in the academic year (2014/2015). The University of Jordan in Aqaba has aimed, from introducing this program to give the Arabic language due attention as a pillar of Arab national identity and civilization. The program provides the local community with staff qualified enough to work as teachers in the public and private schools and have careers in other fields such as mass media, press, language editing, etc. Moreover, this specialization is the only of its kind taught in the Aqaba Special Economic Zone thus it gives the opportunity for Arabic language fans to study their favorite specialization.  The Department of Arabic Language and Literature offers courses in Arabic language and literature covering all historical eras: classical, medieval and modern. Students are trained to have thorough knowledge of Arabic language and its literature. It offers classes that foster students’ critical thinking, active learning and help them conduct research. The program offers various courses on Arabic linguistics, language skills and courses covering the four modes of Arabic rhetoric: fiction, poetry, drama, and nonfiction prose.