Explore your study options
Arabic is the second most common non-English language spoken in Australia.* Deakin’s Arabic course offerings are an opportunity to enhance your career prospects across a number of sectors with skills in this locally and globally important language.
Undergraduate
Undergraduate (your first degree)
A Deakin undergraduate course is the foundation of your future career, usually completed in two to four years. Duration varies based on degree type, enrolment pattern and any credit received from recognition of prior learning.
Research
Higher Degrees by Research (supervised research)
Research degrees are research based master’s or PhD programs that focus on a single area of expertise. They provide students the opportunity to carry out highly specialised research under expert supervision.
Choose a degree that will get you work ready
Our Arabic courses are designed to give you a competitive edge in your career.
Flexible degree options
Deakin offers flexible options tailored to your career goals. Arabic can be studied as a diploma or as a component of another degree, such as a major in an arts or international studies degree.
Cultural context
Studying Arabic at Deakin, you will learn the language while examining the history and culture of the Arabic-speaking world. This contextual approach focusses on the knowledge and skills employers value.
Beginner to advanced
Our Arabic courses are designed for all experience levels. The courses are structured for people new to Arabic as well as those wanting to improve their language skills.
Top professional roles for Arabic graduates
As the main language of many globally important nations and one of the most-spoken languages in Australia, Arabic can boost your career prospects. Sectors where Arabic is highly sought after include:
- education
- government, including immigration
- health and social services
- intelligence and defence
- international commerce and trade corporations
- media
- multicultural associations
- translation services.
Graduate with an employment advantage
Boost your career prospects by learning a major language at Victoria’s #1 university for graduate employment.
Deakin creates opportunities for us here and abroad, from international debate teams to in-country programs. I’ve learned from staff from a multitude of Arab nations, with each bringing their own experience and knowledge of culture, contributing to a nuanced understanding of the language.
Chithra Mandalam
Diploma of Arabic
World-class teaching experiences
Deakin’s industry-shaped courses and practical, real-world approach to learning will prepare you to be adaptable across the jobs of the future.
Immersive international experience
Studying Arabic at Deakin gives you the option to gain a competitive edge in the job market with an immersive in-country language program. For eight weeks, you will study the Arabic language and embrace the culture in a predominantly Arab-speaking country.
Interactive language facilities
We’ve created gamified language learning platforms that enhance interactive learning beyond the traditional classroom, while maintaining authentic human-to-human interaction. Plus, we’re adopting artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance language acquisition.
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Rankings and footnotes
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*Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census
Contact us
Got a question about our Arabic courses? Our course advisers are available to speak to you about your study options and how we can help you further your career.
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+61 3 9918 9188
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