Diploma of Arabic

2018 Deakin University Handbook

• Course overview
• Career opportunities
• Fees and charges
• Course Learning Outcomes
• Course rules
• Course structure

Course overview

Whether you’re brushing up or starting from scratch with a whole new language, Deakin’s Diploma of Arabic is designed to sharpen your language skills and deepen your cultural understanding. It’s a great complement to your studies in any discipline, plus you will gain a global perspective and boost your employability.

Cutting-edge technology is used to deliver Deakin’s innovative and national award-winning Arabic language program, which provides both language practice and insights into the Arabic culture. The flexible online program allows students to learn and practice Arabic beyond the confines of the traditional classroom. You will gain fluency by developing skills in grammar, vocabulary and sentence structure through participation in activities across a range of topics. You will also get the chance to learn more about various cultural, sociolinguistic and sociocultural considerations of the Arabic speaking world.

A diploma in Arabic will give you a competitive advantage for roles in business, diplomacy, foreign policy and international development. You will graduate with competency in the language, and ready for a range of local and international careers.

An optional Arabic in-country study program means you can also immerse yourself in international cultures, practising the language with native speakers of Arabic in its natural and authentic environment. The eight-week study program is held at the University of Nizwa in Oman, giving you the opportunity to develop practical language skills and an insight into the culture and way of life in the host country.

In-Country study

The In-Country Language Program is available to students completing a major sequence in Arabic via study abroad.  The program is a unique part of language study and an excellent way of accelerating completion of the major.  Second and third year students have the opportunity to spend eight weeks studying language and culture in its own environment. This enables students to converse, read and write about more complex topics and to discuss ideas and information. Students also build upon their knowledge of grammar based on what they have learned previously.  Upon successful completion of this program, students will be awarded a preclusion for either AIB351 or AIB352.  For more information about the In-Country Language program please refer to the Work Integrated Learning website or contact the WIL team: artsed-wil@deakin.edu.au.  

Career opportunities

This course will allow you to work in business or trade, health or education, IT or engineering, diplomacy or security, arts or sciences. A Diploma of Language will equip you with skills in another language and familiarity with another culture. This will not only give you an edge in terms of your personal qualities but will also expand your options for employment far beyond Australian shores to exciting and challenging positions in the Arab Gulf States, the Middle East and North Africa; China, Taiwan and Hong Kong; or Malaysia and Indonesia.

For more information go to DeakinTALENT

Fees and charges

Fees and charges vary depending on your course, your fee category and the year you started. To find out about the fees and charges that apply to you, visit the Current students fees website.

Course Learning Outcomes

Course rules

To qualify for the award of Diploma of Arabic, a student must successfully complete;

• 8 credit points from the specified list of units below and;
• AAI018 Academic Integrity (0-credit-point compulsory unit)

Course rules

Course structure

Arabic

Arabic major sequence for students with no prior language study.

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

The Arabic major sequence for students who have completed Arabic at Level 12 or equivalent begins at second level and consists of the following units:

Level 1

Level 2

Approved Study Abroad may replace EITHER AIB351 or AIB352

Level 3

Course duration - additional information

Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.