Department of Arabic

Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences

The Department of Arabic, University of Karachi, was established in 1955. Since its inception the Department has enjoyed the patronage of renowned scholars of international repute, starting under the headship of Professor Allama Abdul Aziz Memon.

* EST. 1955 * Arabic Language & Literature

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The carefully chosen syllabus offers an excellent study of ancient and contemporary Arabic Literature, Language and Linguistics. Besides academic activities, curricular and co-curricular activities — extension lectures, debates, study tours and other functions — help develop students' abilities and talent. At present, 42 courses in Arabic Literature, Language and Linguistics are taught, including computer skills and research methodology.

Teaching combines lectures, extensive discussion and group work in the classroom, with student performance assessed through end-of-semester examinations.

"A confluence of ancient and modern Arabic Literature, Language and Linguistics."
Department of Arabic University of Karachi

Careers

Career Opportunities

A degree in Arabic opens doors to diversified fields including teaching, translation (academic, diplomatic and commercial), and electronic media.

Established 1955
42 courses across Literature, Language and Linguistics
Assessment via end-of-semester examinations

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Overview & History

Introduction

Chairman: Prof. Dr. Aziz-ur-Rehman

The Department of Arabic, University of Karachi, was established in 1955. Since its inception, the Department is enjoying the patronage of renowned scholars of international repute. From the outset, the Department started functioning under the auspicious headship of the renowned scholar Professor Allama Abdul Aziz Memon Highly qualified faculty members having vast experience enjoying good reputation are taking part in dispersal education.

The cautiously chosen syllabus considering the demands of the student and the existing period, offers excellent study of the ancient times and the contemporary era. It is indeed a confluence of ancient and modern Arabic Literature, Language and Linguistics. Besides academic activities, curricular and co-curricular activities are also stressed like extension lectures, debates, study tours, picnics and other functions to reveal, enhance and polish the abilities and talent of the students.

At present forty two (42) courses of Arabic Literature, Language and Linguistics are taught including computer and research methodology.

Teaching & Assessment

Teaching combines lectures, extensive lectures and group discussions in the classroom. Student’s performance is assessed by end-of-semester examination.

Career opportunities

The degree in Arabic would prove to be a key of success opening the doors of diversified fields such as Teaching, Translation, (academic, diplomatic and commercial etc) and in electronic media as well.

Academic Staff & Researchers

Faculty

Professors

Dr. Aziz-ur-Rehman

Assistant Professors

Ms. Fatema Zainab
Dr. Asif Saleem
Mr. Muhammad Imran Latif
Mr. Muhammad Abdul Hameed Nabeel

Lecturers

Mr. Abdullah M. Yousuf Khan
Mr. Muhammad Faezul Ebraar

Degree Offerings

Programs

Degree/ Diploma/ Certificate Programs Available

Honors
Masters
MS/Ph.D.
Certificate Course (Arabic)
Diploma in Quranic Arabic
Diploma in Contemporary Arabic

Eligibility & Allocated Seats

BS & Honors 50 seats
Intermediate or equivalent

MA                                                                      50 seats
i)      Graduation or equivalent
ii)        B.A, B.Sc, B.Com or Equivalent with Certificate in Arabic from any recognized institution
iii)     Al-Shahadat Al-Aalia with matric from any SSC Board**

**These candidates are required to submit complete equivalence certificate issued by the University of Karachi along with their application forms.

Infrastructure & Laboratories

Facilities

The Department offers a conducive environment equipped with latest technology. It has a well-stocked Seminar Library containing books on almost all relevant subjects, a state-of-the-art Computer Lab with internet facility and modern audiovisual aids.

The Department started publishing of its own Research journal Quarterly. The journal is titled AL-NAKHLAH. Scholars are invited to for their valuable contributions and academic participation
Department has an excellent Linguistic Computer Laboratory and AudioVisual facility to adopt the modern method of teaching. The facility help in creating the natural environment of Arabic language by watching Arab TV channels and by listening to VIDEO cassettes of Arabic stories and Dramas.

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