Arabic Studies, Minor
Build a competitive edge for careers in international affairs, diplomacy, business, security, education, translation and nonprofit work. This minor gives you the credential to stand out across these global and community-focused fields.
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Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Minor description
Arabic Studies minor description
In the minor program in Arabic studies, you receive instruction in Modern Standard Arabic as well as Arabic, Middle Eastern and Islamic literature, culture and civilization. You learn to communicate effectively in Arabic, interact with native speakers, read current material in Arabic, and write in Modern Standard Arabic.
This program could be highly beneficial to you in all academic disciplines if you are doing research or seeking employment in areas related to the Middle East or other parts of the Arab world. You are encouraged to participate in a study abroad program to gain an immersive educational experience.
Why earn an Arabic studies minor at ASU?
Housed in ASU's School of International Letters and Cultures and backed by the Council for Arabic and Islamic Studies, this minor connects you with faculty whose expertise spans Arabic language, literature, translation, linguistics, Islamic studies and Middle Eastern studies. Along the way, you can tap into study abroad, language clubs, film series, lectures and intercultural engagement.
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Beyond the classroom, you can get involved with student organizations like the Arabic Language and Culture Club, the Saudi Students Club, the MENA Students Union, the SILC Attaches Club, the Iraqi Students Club, the Omani Students Club, and the Sudanese American Students Association at ASU.
Courses
This undergraduate minor includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
2026-2027 Catalog Year
The minor requires 28 credit hours. A "C" minimum is required for all courses in the minor, although students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
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The minor in Arabic studies requires 28 credit hours, of which 15 credit hours must be upper-division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be completed through The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. When selecting courses, the college offering the course can be identified by viewing the course details in Class Search. Only courses completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or better may be applied toward the minor requirements. Course substitutions may be allowed for heritage and advanced speakers of the language. |
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ARB 201 Intermediate Arabic I
5 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 5 |
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ARB 202 Intermediate Arabic II
5 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 5 |
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ARB 311 Advanced Arabic Skills I
or
ARB 315 Advanced Arabic for Heritage Speakers
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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ARB 331 Arabic/Islamic Culture and Literature
(GCSI)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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ARB 341 Quran Text and Women
(GCSI)
or
ARB 351 Classical Arabic Literature
(HUAD)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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ARB 352 Modern Arabic Literature in Translation
(HUAD)
or
ARB 422 Advanced Arabic Media
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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ARB 411 Advanced Arabic Skills II
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
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Enrollment requirements
GPA Requirement: 2.00
Incompatible Majors: BA in international letters and cultures (Arabic studies)
Other Enrollment Requirements: None
Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.
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Careers this Arabic studies minor prepares you for
Minor programs enable students to develop additional competencies that complement the marketable knowledge and skills they acquire in their majors.
Graduates with a minor in Arabic studies have the enhanced communication skills and cultural competence that help them as they pursue careers in political analysis, education, tourism and hospitality, the military, sociology, marketing and various other fields.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
School of International Letters and Cultures
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DH 131
silcadvising@asu.edu
480-965-6281
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