Arabic First Level Modules
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AR1001 Arabic for Beginners 1
This module, together with AR1002, will enable students to read, write and converse in simple Modern Standard Arabic. It will cover the Arabic alphabet and writing system, and begin the study of Arabic grammar. A selection of non-literary modern Arabic texts will be read in class as the basis of language teaching, classroom drills, tests and written assignments and oral class work.
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| Semester: | 1 |
| Time: | 11.00 am or, if timetable clash, 12.00 noon on Mon; 11.00 am or, if timetable clash, 12.00 noon Tue - Fri, or 4.00pm, Tue, Thu, Fri and 9.00 am Wed. |
| Teaching method: | 5 language classes and 1 surgery hour. |
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| Antirequsites: | Native Speaker of Arabic who is fluent in Modern Standard Arabic, a pass at Higher, A-Level or equivalent. |
| Assessment: | Coursework = 40%, Practical Examination = 20%, Written Examination = 40% |
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AR1002 Arabic for Beginners 2
This module will complete the work of AR1001 and prepare students for AR2001. It will cover the remaining points of Arabic grammar, using a selection of representative non-literary texts. Please note that this module is not designed for native or heritage speakers of Arabic.
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| Semester: | 2 |
| Time: | 11.00 am or, if timetable clash, 12.00 noon on Mon; 11.00 am or, if timetable clash, 12.00 noon Tue - Fri, or 4.00 pm, Tue, Thu, Fri and 9.00 am Wed. |
| Teaching method: | 5 language classes and 1 surgery hour. |
| Prerequisites: | AR1001 |
| Antirequsites: | Native Speaker of Arabic who is fluent in Modern Standard Arabic, a pass at Higher, A-Level or equivalent. |
| Assessment: | Coursework = 40%, Practical Examination = 20%, Written Examination = 40% |
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