Elementary Modern Standard Arabic (AIS 101)

4 credit hours

An introduction to the standard written language of the Arab World. Initial emphasis upon the phonology and script, followed by gradual coverage of the grammar, with exercises in reading, writing, pronunciation, and vocabulary building.

Intermediate Modern Standard Arabic (AIS 201)

3 credit hours

A continuation of AIS 102, stressing comprehension of written and oral material, the ability to read Arabic aloud and to compose written material, and the ability to speak.

Colloquial Arabic I (AIS 301)

3 credit hours

The course aims at providing advanced skills in developing linguistic and communicative skills in colloquial Arabic based on Egyptian Arabic that is widely understood throughout the Arab world.  Students will be introduced to many aspects of Egyptian cultural life. It is designed for those who have some experience with Standard Arabic.

Arabic Reading I (AIS 442)

3 credit hours

Advanced skills in speaking, reading, and analyzing selected texts from traditional and modern Arabic literature using formal spoken and written Arabic. Introduction to the use of Arabic computer software.

Islamic Civilization I (AIS 328)

3 credit hours

The rise of Islam, its sources and its development to a worldwide civilization and its relations to the Western World is presented in the light of its significance to Muslims today.
This course satisfies the cross-cultural requirement of the University Studies Program (USP).

Women in Islam (AIS 338)

3 credit hours

This course is a survey of women’s issues related to Islam and contemporary Muslim cultures. The viewpoints of the Muslim traditionalists, modernists, western feminists and the emerging Islamic feminists are discussed.

Topics in Islamic Studies (AIS 435)

3 credit hours

Variable in content with focus on important texts and issues in Islamic history, religion, literature, and philosophy.

Classical Arabic Literature (in English) (AIS 331)

3 credit hours

The course is a survey of classical Arabic literature in translation, poetry and prose, from the pre-Islamic era to the era of Muslim Spain (6th-14th centuries).  The course provides basic introduction to Arabic language and literature.  Students will gain an understanding of Arabic literature that was not only read, but memorized for ritual performance and story-telling.

Independent Work in AIS (AIS 395)

Students who have the proper qualifications may undertake a special problem in reading and research. It may be repeated to a maximum of six credits.