General provisions

The course is a freestanding course. It is also included as an elective module on Arabic C. The course can be included in the sub area Arabic in a Bachelor’s degree.

Entry requirements

Arabic A, 30 credits, and Arabic B, 30 credits, or at least 60 credits in the Bachelor's Programme in Oriental Studies with Arabic specialisation.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course, the student should to deserve the grade Pass at least be able to:

* without aids translate given elementary to intermediate level classical Arabic texts;

* with linguistic terminology analyse given elementary to intermediate level classical Arabic texts;

* in connection with the study of texts account for the syntax and textual linguistics of classical Arabic;

* place and discuss a selection of classical Arabic texts in a historical context

Content

The course aims towards providing in reading and analysing classical Arabic prose and shorter texts from the Quran. Some examples of classical Arabic poetry is also included.

Instruction

The teaching consists of seminars and examination parts. The student’s own learning activities are crucial to the completion of the course.

Assessment

Examination takes place through a written exam and an assignment consisting of a presentation and a shorter essay in connection to the teaching sessions.