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Diploma of Arabic

Undergraduate degree

Boost your employability, develop your linguistic skills and expand your career and study pathways with this award-winning program.

This course is only available for domestic students.

Key facts

Duration

3 years part-time

Key dates

Direct applications to Deakin for Trimester 1 2025 close 16 February 2025

Current Deakin Students

To access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook

Course overview

Whether you are 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. By studying Arabic alongside your degree, you will gain linguistic skills, as well as the essential cultural, historical and social perspectives that will give you a leading edge in a range of exciting careers.

Through this diploma, you will learn communication skills in Arabic and develop an understanding of Arabic culture and ways of life. Gain fluency by taking part in activities across a range of topics focusing on grammar, lexicons, vocabulary and sentence structure. You will also learn about cultural, historical sociolinguistic and political dimensions of the societies and cultures that make up the Arabic speaking world.

Do you want to develop your language skills to build a global career?

Learning a language is not only fun, it gives you insight into different cultures, develops your adaptability and communication skills, and makes you more employable.

The Arab countries of the Middle East and North Africa form an area of global importance, with broad strategic, economic, religious and cultural influence. Our Arabic language program provides both language practice and insights into Arabic culture.

An optional Arabic In-Country Language Program gives you the chance to practise the language with native speakers of Arabic in its natural and authentic environment. The eight-week study program is held in Oman or Abu Dhabi, where you'll develop practical language skills and learn about 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.

As a second or third-year student, you can spend eight weeks studying language and culture in its own environment. You will be able to converse, read and write about more complex topics and build upon your knowledge of grammar.

For more information about the In-Country Language Program please refer to the Work-integrated learning website or contact the WIL team.

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Course information

Award granted
Diploma of Arabic
Year

2025 course information

Deakin code
A221
Level
Undergraduate
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition

The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 5

Course structure

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

Arabic major sequence

For students with no prior language study.

Level 1

  • Practical Arabic: An Introduction to the Language and Culture
  • Applied Arabic 1B: The Language and its Culture
  • Level 2

  • Arabic and the World 2A: Communicating Using Arabic
  • Arabic and the World 2B: Texts and Contexts in Arabic
  • Level 3

  • Arabic and the World 3A: Contemporary Arabic in a Range of Contexts (2 credit points)
  • Arabic and the World 3B: Applying Arabic in Complex and Contemporary Contexts (2 credit points)
  • Arabic major sequence

    For students who have completed Arabic at Year 12 or equivalent begins at second level and consists of the following units

    Level 1

  • Arabic and the World 2A: Communicating Using Arabic
  • Arabic and the World 2B: Texts and Contexts in Arabic
  • Level 2

  • Arabic and the World 3A: Contemporary Arabic in a Range of Contexts (2 credit points)
  • Arabic and the World 3B: Applying Arabic in Complex and Contemporary Contexts (2 credit points)
  • Approved Study Abroad may replace EITHER AIB351 or AIB352

    Level 3

  • Popular Culture and Society in Languages
  • Advanced Writing and Translation Skills in Languages
  • Intakes by location

    The availability of a course varies across locations and intakes. This means that a course offered in Trimester 1 may not be offered in the same location for Trimester 2 or 3. Check each intake for up-to-date information on when and where you can commence your studies.

    Trimester 1 - March

    • Start date: March
    • Available at:
      • Burwood (Melbourne)
      • Online

    Deakin splits the academic year into three terms, known as trimesters. Most students usually undertake two trimesters each year (March-June, July-November).

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

    Entry requirements

    Selection is based on a holistic consideration of your academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements, and individual circumstances. You will need to meet the minimum academic and English language proficiency requirements to be considered for selection, but this does not guarantee admission.

    Academic requirements

    To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

    • current enrolment in a bachelor degree or higher
    • successful completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education with unadjusted ATAR of at least 50 or equivalent
    • completion of a certificate IV in a related discipline
    • completion of a diploma in any discipline or 50% completion of diploma in a related discipline
    • successful completion of at least two bachelor level or above units (AQF Level 7 or equivalent)

    English language proficiency requirements

    To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:

    • Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 20 in any other English
    • IELTS overall score of 6.0 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent
    • other evidence of English language proficiency (learn more about other ways to satisfy the requirements)

    Selection adjustments

    Access and equity

    Special entry access schemes (SEAS) enable Deakin to consider disadvantaged circumstances you may have experienced and the impact upon your studies. SEAS also allows us to identify if you’re from under-represented groups when making selection decisions for some courses. SEAS does not exempt you from meeting any of the course entry requirements. Learn more about Deakin's special entry access schemes.

    Admissions information

    Learn more about Deakin courses and how we compare to other universities when it comes to the quality of our teaching and learning. We're also committed to admissions transparency. Read about our first intake of 2024 students (PDF, 793KB) – their average ATARs, whether they had any previous higher education experience and more. 

    Not sure if you can get into Deakin? Discover the different entry pathways we offer and study options available to you, no matter your ATAR or education history.

    Recognition of prior learning

    The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.

    You can also refer to the recognition of prior learning (RPL) system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.

    Fees and scholarships

    Fee information

    Estimated tuition fee - (CSP)?
    $4,627 for 1 yr full-time - Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
    Learn more about fees.

    The tuition fees you pay will depend on the units you choose, as each unit has its own cost. The 'Estimated tuition fee' is provided as a guide only and represents the typical first-year tuition fees for students enrolled in this course. The cost will vary depending on the units you choose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and any approved Recognition of prior learning you have.

    Each unit you enrol in has a credit point value. The 'Estimated tuition fee' is calculated by adding together 8 credit points of a typical combination of units for this course. Eight credit points is used as it represents a typical full-time enrolment load for a year. You can find the credit point value of each unit under the Unit Description by searching for the unit in the handbook.

    Learn more about fees and available payment options on our Current students fees website.

    Scholarship options

    A Deakin scholarship could help you pay for your course fees, living costs and study materials. If you've got something special to offer Deakin - or maybe you just need a bit of extra support - we've got a scholarship opportunity for you. Search or browse through our scholarships

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    Contact information

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    Careers

    Want a degree that’s more than just a qualification? Our industry connections, world-class facilities and practical approach to learning are just some of the reasons why Deakin students graduate confident and ready to thrive in the jobs of tomorrow.

    Graduate job ready with practical language experience

    Experience the Arabic language with overseas study

    Get a unique edge in the global job market

    Top 1% of universities worldwide**

    Career outcomes

    The Diploma of Arabic will equip you with skills in the Arabic language that will give you a competitive edge and expand your employment options far beyond Australian shores to exciting and challenging positions in the Arab Gulf States, the Middle East and North Africa.

    Adding an international aspect to your degree can open doors to better career opportunities in:

    • the arts
    • business or trade
    • diplomacy or security
    • education
    • foreign policy
    • health
    • international development
    • IT or engineering
    • sciences.

    For more information go to DeakinTALENT.

    Course learning outcomes

    Deakin's graduate learning outcomes describe the knowledge and capabilities graduates can demonstrate at the completion of their course. These outcomes mean that regardless of the Deakin course you undertake, you can rest assured your degree will teach you the skills and professional attributes that employers value. They'll set you up to learn and work effectively in the future.

    Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes Course Learning Outcomes
    Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities Critically analyse language systems (pronunciation, grammar, syntax, and sociolinguistic practices) and culture, and apply these to the language of study
    Communication Communicate effectively in the language of study in a range of contexts using appropriate grammar, syntax, pronunciation and sociolinguistic practices in the language of study
    Digital literacy Evaluate online technologies and new media for engagement with authentic material in the language of study, as well as for autonomous language study
    Critical thinking Critically evaluate information relating to and expressed in the language of study including analysing relevant socio-cultural contexts
    Problem solving Identify linguistic and sociolinguistic problems and apply knowledge of the systems of the language of study to propose solutions
    Self-management Apply a range of short- and long-term strategies in order to maintain and progress engagement with the language of study
    Teamwork Collaborate with others to address challenges in specific cultural and linguistic contexts
    Global citizenship Using the language of study, analyse issues in diverse global contexts

    Approved by Faculty Board November 2021

    **ARWU Rankings 2022