Mohammed Barakathullah

COURSE OBJECTIVES
On completion of this course, students should be able to:
• Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of phonology and script
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic grammar of contemporary Arabic: The
Verb, Subject, adjective, masculine and feminine.
• Demonstrate basic skills in reading and speaking Arabic.
OUTLINE SYLLABUS
• The Arabic alphabet
• The structure of simple Arabic sentences
• Acquiring a usable Arabic vocabulary through different topics including:
Greetings, family, food and clothing.
• Oral and aural practice.
• Demonstrate an understanding of practical Arabic skills through training in oral,
aural and written Arabic.
• Understand and use basic Arabic sentences: the verb, subject and adjective.
• Demonstrate a familiarity with some aspects of the Arab world culture.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this Course, students will:
• Have acquired the skills to read simple Arabic sentences.
• Be able to use simple sentence structures in speaking and writing.
• Become familiar with some aspects of the Arabic culture.

COURSE SUMMARY
This course is aimed at complete beginners. Students on this course will develop an understanding of the principles of phonology and script of the Arabic language, enabling them to read at a basic level about some every day topics; such as greetings, families, food and clothing.