Department of Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures
Language Track (Bachelor of Arts in Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures)
Students on Summer 2023, Fall 2023, or Spring 2024 requirements MLCLNGTRK
Requirements
The major requires at least 31 credit hours, including the requirements listed below.
- Language Requirement. Six (6) courses in one (1) language (or equivalent proficiency):
- Arabic Language
- MELC-A 100 Elementary Arabic I
- MELC-A 150 Elementary Arabic II
- MELC-A 200 Intermediate Arabic I
- MELC-A 250 Intermediate Arabic II
- MELC-A 300 Advanced Arabic I
- MELC-A 350 Advanced Arabic II
- MELC-A 400 Advanced Arabic III
- MELC-A 450 Advanced Arabic IV
- Egyptian Language
- MELC-E 100 Elementary Hieroglyphic Egyptian I
- MELC-E 150 Elementary Hieroglyphic Egyptian II
- MELC-E 200 Intermediate Middle Egyptian
- MELC-E 250 Late Egyptian: Grammar and Texts
- MELC-E 300 Demotic Egyptian I: Grammar and Script
- MELC-E 350 Demotic Egyptian II: Persian and Ptolemaic Texts
- Hebrew Language
- JSTU-H 100 Elementary Modern Hebrew I
- JSTU-H 150 Elementary Modern Hebrew II
- JSTU-H 200 Intermediate Modern Hebrew I
- JSTU-H 250 Intermediate Modern Hebrew II
- JSTU-H 300 Advanced Modern Hebrew I
- JSTU-H 350 Advanced Modern Hebrew II
- Persian Courses
- CEUS-T 151 Introductory Persian I
- CEUS-T 152 Introductory Persian II
- CEUS-T 251 Intermediate Persian I
- CEUS-T 252 Intermediate Persian II
- CEUS-T 351 Advanced Persian I
- CEUS-T 352 Advanced Persian II
- Turkish Language
- CEUS-T 181 Introductory Turkish I
- CEUS-T 182 Introductory Turkish II
- CEUS-T 281 Intermediate Turkish I
- CEUS-T 282 Intermediate Turkish II
- CEUS-T 381 Advanced Turkish I
- CEUS-T 382 Advanced Turkish II
MELC-A 100 Elementary Arabic I
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Focuses on developing basic reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine). Also introduces some aspects of Arab culture.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 100 or NELC-A 100.
MELC-A 150 Elementary Arabic II
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 100 or NELC-A 100
- Description
- Continues work begun in MELC-A 100, focusing on the development of basic reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine). Also introduces some aspects of Arab culture.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 150 or NELC-A 150.
MELC-A 200 Intermediate Arabic I
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 150 or NELC-A 150
- Description
- Intermediate course focuses on progressively more complex grammatical structures; continued expansion of vocabulary; and development of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills through intensive oral/aural practice using audio and video materials. Includes study of both Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine).
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 200 or NELC-A 200.
MELC-A 250 Intermediate Arabic II
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 200 or NELC-A 200
- Description
- Continues work from MELC-A 200, focusing on progressively more complex grammatical structures; continued expansion of vocabulary; and development of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills through intensive oral/aural practice using audio and video materials. Includes study of both Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine).
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 250 or NELC-A 250.
MELC-A 300 Advanced Arabic I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or NELC-A 250; or consent of department
- Description
- Focuses on continued expansion of vocabulary, including appropriate collocations and idiomatic expressions, conjunctions, and accuracy in usage, improved pronunciation, and public speaking and presentation skills. Further develops reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills through oral/aural practice, including interactions with native speakers and extensive use of media produced in Arabic.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 300 or NELC-A 300.
MELC-A 350 Advanced Arabic II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 300 or NELC-A 300; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues work begun in MELC-A 300, emphasizing contextually appropriate and accurate use of Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine). Further develops reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills through oral/aural practice, including interactions with native speakers and extensive use of media and other materials produced in Arabic.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 350 or NELC-A 350.
MELC-A 400 Advanced Arabic III
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 350 or NELC-A 350; or consent of instructor
- Description
- An advanced Arabic language course, which builds on the Arabic structures and vocabulary taught in previous courses, with the goal of increasing proficiency in stylistic differences and usage.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 400 or NELC-A 400.
MELC-A 450 Advanced Arabic IV
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 400 or NELC-A 400; or consent of department
- Description
- Advanced Arabic language course that explores the cultural, religious, and socio-political contexts of Arabic countries through viewing Arabic films and engaging related materials in Arabic. Includes study of both Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine) and focuses on further developing reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 450 or NELC-A 450.
MELC-E 100 Elementary Hieroglyphic Egyptian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to Middle Egyptian, the language of Ancient Egypt as spoken and written during the Middle Kingdom and early New Kingdom (c. 2000 BCE - 1400 BCE). Covers the rudiments of the hieroglyphic script and teaches basic Egyptian grammar and vocabulary.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 100, NELC-E 100, or NELC-E 101.
MELC-E 150 Elementary Hieroglyphic Egyptian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-E 100 or NELC-E 100 with a grade of B or higher; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Continues the introduction to Middle Egyptian, the language of Ancient Egypt, as spoken and written during the Middle Kingdom and early New Kingdom (c. 2000 BCE - 1400 BCE). Focuses on mastering the basics of hieroglyphic script, learning advanced Egyptian grammar and vocabulary, and reading edited hieroglyphic texts.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 150, NELC-E 102, or NELC-E 150.
MELC-E 200 Intermediate Middle Egyptian
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-E 150 or NELC-E 150 with a grade of B or higher; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Readings from Middle Egyptian prose and poetic texts of intermediate difficulty. Texts will include fictional narratives, royal inscriptions, personal letters, religious texts and tomb autobiographies.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 200 or NELC-E 200.
MELC-E 250 Late Egyptian: Grammar and Texts
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-E 200 or NELC-E 200 with a grade of B or higher; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Covers the fundamentals of literary and documentary Late Egyptian, as written during the later New Kingdom and Third Intermediate Period, through the reading and study of literary and documentary texts and royal inscriptions.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 250 or NELC-E 250.
MELC-E 300 Demotic Egyptian I: Grammar and Script
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-E 250 or NELC-E 250 with a grade of B or higher; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Introduction to Demotic, the script and vernacular language of Ancient Egypt, in documented usage from around 650 BCE to around 450 CE.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 300 or NELC-E 300.
MELC-E 350 Demotic Egyptian II: Persian and Ptolemaic Texts
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-E 300 or NELC-E 300 with a grade of B or higher; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Continues mastery of Demotic, the vernacular script and language of Egypt as written from circa 650 BCE to circa 450 CE.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 350 or NELC-E 350.
JSTU-H 100 Elementary Modern Hebrew I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introductory course that lays groundwork for the study and use of Modern Hebrew, developing reading, writing, and conversational skills while building the necessary grammatical foundations. No previous knowledge of Hebrew required.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-B 100 or JSTU-H 100.
JSTU-H 150 Elementary Modern Hebrew II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 100 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Continues to develop reading, writing, and conversational skills in Hebrew, laying the necessary grammatical foundation for intermediate Modern Hebrew.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-B 150 or JSTU-H 150.
JSTU-H 200 Intermediate Modern Hebrew I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 150 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Continuation of JSTU-H 150, for students who choose the Modern Hebrew track. Continues to develop reading, writing, and conversational skills, while expanding the grammatical foundation of students' Modern Hebrew knowledge.
JSTU-H 250 Intermediate Modern Hebrew II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 200 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Continues to develop reading, writing, and conversational skills, while expanding the grammatical foundation of students' Modern Hebrew knowledge.
JSTU-H 300 Advanced Modern Hebrew I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 250 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Reviews and completes the acquisition of the grammatical system of Modern Hebrew, using modern Israeli literary work and media resources, focusing on verbal and written communication skills.
JSTU-H 350 Advanced Modern Hebrew II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 300 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Sets the foundations for the study of complete written works in Modern Hebrew, whether for literary or research purposes. Offers extensive practice of reading, writing, and conversational skills.
CEUS-T 151 Introductory Persian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- No previous knowledge of Persian required. Introduces basic communication skills in modern standard Persian and familiarizes students with Persian's sounds, alphabet, and basic grammar. Students learn to read, write, speak, and comprehend simple to moderately complex sentences. Readings, class conversations, media programs, film viewing, and cultural activities introduce Persian cultures.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 151 or CEUS-U 177.
CEUS-T 152 Introductory Persian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 151 or CEUS-U 177 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues Introductory Persian I. Further work on basic sentence structure to develop greater fluency in pronunciation, reading, and writing. With the aim of a working vocabulary of 700 words, students study compound verbs and other idiomatic expressions. Internet resources used extensively.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 152 or CEUS-U 178.
CEUS-T 251 Intermediate Persian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 152 or CEUS-U 178 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Covers a wide range of topics and intermediate to advanced grammar.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 251 or CEUS-U 277.
CEUS-T 252 Intermediate Persian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 251 or CEUS-U 277 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Concentrates on complex grammatical structures and vocabulary acquisition with emphasis on reading and writing skills, and fluency in modern colloquial pronunciation (Tehran dialect). Studies texts drawn from modern Iranian publications, authentic materials, and Internet resources.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 252 or CEUS-U 278.
CEUS-T 351 Advanced Persian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 252 or CEUS-U 278 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Students examine the classical Persian tradition's rich legacy of historical, literary, and religious writings and learn the grammatical and lexical differences distinguishing classical from modern Persian. Introduction to basic research tools and reference works. Readings cover the range of classical Persian texts.
CEUS-T 352 Advanced Persian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 351 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Continues and builds upon skills learned in CEUS-T 351.
CEUS-T 181 Introductory Turkish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces English-speaking students to Turkish. Builds basic proficiency in modern Turkish for effective communication at beginning level in everyday situations. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing are covered in classroom activities and at-home practice. Establishes a solid linguistic and cultural foundation for future studies of Turkish.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 181 or CEUS-U 161.
CEUS-T 182 Introductory Turkish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 181 or CEUS-U 161 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues learning begun in CEUS-T 181, expanding basic competencies. Students develop communicative skills as they assimilate the basics of Turkish grammar. In addition to the textbook, students use other media, such as short video clips from Turkish television, songs, and newspaper articles.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 182 or CEUS-U 162.
CEUS-T 281 Intermediate Turkish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 182 or CEUS-U 162 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Expands communicative skills, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Class activities and homework involve listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Special attention paid to building richer vocabulary, developing competence in the vernacular, and improving reading. Recordings, films, handicrafts, and cartoons used in context.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 281 or CEUS-U 261.
CEUS-T 282 Intermediate Turkish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 281 or CEUS-U 261 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Continues skills learned in CEUS-T 281.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 282 or CEUS-U 262.
CEUS-T 381 Advanced Turkish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 282 or CEUS-U 262 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Requires written reports after watching Turkish TV news. Class activities improve language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Opportunity to interact with native speakers outside of class.
CEUS-T 382 Advanced Turkish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 381 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Expands language proficiency using innovative methods described in CEUS-T 381.
- Arabic Language
- Electives. Additional courses, as needed, to fulfill remaining requirements:
- MELC-A 202 Intermediate Arabic Reading
- MELC-A 200 Intermediate Arabic I
- MELC-A 204 Intermediate Arabic Writing
- MELC-A 206 Intermediate Arabic Listening
- MELC-A 218 Arabic Music
- MELC-A 222 Arabic Pronunciation
- MELC-A 226 Arabic Cuisine
- MELC-A 228 Arabic Calligraphy
- MELC-A 250 Intermediate Arabic II
- MELC-A 300 Advanced Arabic I
- MELC-A 310 Gulf Arabic I
- MELC-A 315 Gulf Arabic II
- MELC-A 320 Levantine Arabic I
- MELC-A 325 Levantine Arabic II
- MELC-A 330 Moroccan Arabic I
- MELC-A 332 Arabic for Business
- MELC-A 335 Moroccan Arabic II
- MELC-A 336 Arabic for Public Speaking
- MELC-A 338 Arabic Debate
- MELC-A 340 Egyptian Arabic I
- MELC-A 342 Advanced Arabic Reading
- MELC-A 344 Advanced Arabic Writing
- MELC-A 345 Egyptian Arabic II
- MELC-A 350 Advanced Arabic II
- MELC-A 400 Advanced Arabic III
- MELC-A 450 Advanced Arabic IV
- MELC-A 455 Advanced Media Arabic
- MELC-A 465 Arab Women
- MELC-A 475 Minorities in the Middle East
- MELC-A 484 Contemporary Arab Cinema
- MELC-A 485 Arab Culture Through Music
- MELC-A 495 Daily Life in the Arab World
- MELC-E 200 Intermediate Middle Egyptian
- MELC-E 201 Egypt of the Pharaohs: History and Civilization of Ancient Egypt
- MELC-E 250 Late Egyptian: Grammar and Texts
- MELC-E 300 Demotic Egyptian I: Grammar and Script
- MELC-E 301 Religions of Ancient Egypt
- MELC-E 306 Topics in Egyptology
- MELC-E 350 Demotic Egyptian II: Persian and Ptolemaic Texts
- MELC-M 203 Topics in Middle Eastern History
- MELC-M 204 Topics in Middle Eastern Culture and Society
- MELC-M 205 Topics in Middle Eastern Literature
- MELC-M 206 Modern Arab Culture
- MELC-M 207 Topics in Islamic Studies
- MELC-M 213 World of Late Antiquity
- MELC-M 214 Multiple Voices of Israeli Society
- MELC-M 215 Middle East Before Islam
- MELC-M 216 Israeli Inequality in Context
- MELC-M 233 The Golden Age of Islamic Civilization
- MELC-M 239 US Foreign Policy and the Muslim World
- MELC-M 251 Post-Taliban Afghanistan and the War on Terror
- MELC-M 265 Introduction to Islamic Civilization
- MELC-M 268 Military History of the Middle East
- MELC-M 302 The Greek and Roman Near East
- MELC-M 303 Issues in Middle Eastern History
- MELC-M 304 Issues in Middle Eastern Culture and Society
- MELC-M 305 Issues in Middle Eastern Literature
- MELC-M 306 Topics in Middle Eastern Studies
- MELC-M 307 Issues in Islamic Studies
- MELC-M 308 The Arabic Novel
- MELC-M 312 Arabic Grammar
- MELC-M 314 ISIS & Terrorism
- MELC-M 315 Ancient Greek and Near Eastern Religions
- MELC-M 320 Islam in the Eyes of the West
- MELC-M 324 Introduction to Arabic Linguistics
- MELC-M 329 Arabic Phonetics and Phonology
- MELC-M 334 What is Middle Eastern? Perspectives Gained through Comparison with Israel
- MELC-M 339 Middle Eastern Politics
- MELC-M 347 Rise of Eastern Rome
- MELC-M 348 Byzantium
- MELC-M 350 Modern Iran
- MELC-M 361 Islamic Feminisms
- MELC-M 365 Islamic Philosophy
- MELC-M 370 Koranic Studies
- MELC-M 391 War and Peace in the Islamic Tradition
- MELC-M 392 Islam and Modernity
- MELC-M 397 Peoples and Cultures of the Middle East
- MELC-M 400 Modern Arabic Literature and Culture
- MELC-M 477 Arabic Pragmatics
- MELC-M 488 Arabic Second Language Acquisition
- MELC-M 498 Introduction to Arabic Pedagogy
- ARTH-A 327 Survey of Modern and Contemporary Islamic Art
- CEUS-T 251 Intermediate Persian I
- CEUS-T 252 Intermediate Persian II
- CEUS-T 281 Intermediate Turkish I
- CEUS-T 282 Intermediate Turkish II
- CEUS-T 351 Advanced Persian I
- CEUS-T 352 Advanced Persian II
- CEUS-T 381 Advanced Turkish I
- CEUS-T 382 Advanced Turkish II
- CMLT-C 370 Comparative Studies in Western and Middle Eastern Literatures
- FOLK-F 307 Middle Eastern Folklore/Folklife/Folk Music
- JSTU-B 150 Introduction to Biblical Hebrew II
- JSTU-B 200 Intermediate Biblical Hebrew I
- JSTU-B 250 Intermediate Biblical Hebrew II
- JSTU-C 240 Contemporary Israeli Culture
- JSTU-H 200 Intermediate Modern Hebrew I
- JSTU-H 250 Intermediate Modern Hebrew II
- JSTU-H 296 Foreign Study in Hebrew
- JSTU-H 300 Advanced Modern Hebrew I
- JSTU-H 350 Advanced Modern Hebrew II
- JSTU-H 365 Advanced Hebrew Conversation and Composition
- JSTU-H 375 Introductory Readings in Hebrew Literature (in Hebrew)
- JSTU-H 396 Foreign Study in Hebrew
- JSTU-H 460 Israeli Film and Fiction in Hebrew
- JSTU-H 480 Modern Hebrew Literature in Hebrew
- JSTU-H 485 Recent Hebrew Literature in Hebrew
- JSTU-L 270 Coming to America: History and Memory of Immigration in Jewish Literature
- JSTU-L 377 Victims and Avengers: Readings in the Holocaust Literature of Israel (in English Translation)
- JSTU-L 380 Modern Hebrew Literature in English
- JSTU-L 385 Recent Hebrew Literature in English
- JSTU-L 390 Biblical Themes in Modern Hebrew Literature
- JSTU-L 395 S. Y. Agnon and the Jewish Experience
- JSTU-X 491 Individual Readings in Hebrew
- POLS-Y 102 International Political Controversies
- POLS-Y 401 Topics in Political Science
MELC-A 202 Intermediate Arabic Reading
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 150 or consent of the instructor
- Description
- Helps students improve their reading fluency in Arabic and comprehend a variety of authentic texts at the intermediate level. Introduces skills to understand the main ideas and supporting details of the reading texts. Provides opportunities to apply knowledge of Arabic syntactic and morphological rules for better reading comprehension.
MELC-A 200 Intermediate Arabic I
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 150 or NELC-A 150
- Description
- Intermediate course focuses on progressively more complex grammatical structures; continued expansion of vocabulary; and development of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills through intensive oral/aural practice using audio and video materials. Includes study of both Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine).
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 200 or NELC-A 200.
MELC-A 204 Intermediate Arabic Writing
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 150 or consent of the instructor
- Description
- Focuses on techniques for writing effectively in Arabic about personal preferences, daily routines, common events, and topics of personal interest and social needs in common texts, including letters, emails, notes, simple descriptions, and narratives.
MELC-A 206 Intermediate Arabic Listening
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 150; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Develops Arabic listening skills at the intermediate level through a variety of engaging activities, authentic audio materials, and targeted exercises. Expands students' ability to comprehend spoken Arabic in real-life situations, both formal and informal, and will enhance their vocabulary and understanding of cultural references.
MELC-A 218 Arabic Music
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 150 or NELC-A 150
- Description
- Taught in Arabic, this course introduces traditional and contemporary genres of Arabic music, including Classical, Pop, Shaabi, Rai, Mawwal, Malhun, Rap, Jazz, and Khaliji, in order to enhance appreciation of Arabic language and culture.
MELC-A 222 Arabic Pronunciation
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 150 or NELC-A 150
- Description
- Provides the tools needed to reach higher levels of clarity, accuracy, and intelligibility in oral communication in both Modern Standard Arabic and dialect. Focuses on emphatic constants, minimal pairs, guttural sounds, constant clusters, intonation, rhythm, and stress. Specific challenges and needs will be identified and addressed.
MELC-A 226 Arabic Cuisine
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 150 or NELC-A 150
- Description
- Taught in Arabic, this course introduces the culinary landscape of the Arab World, highlighting the main characteristics of Arabic cuisine in different Arab countries. Covers the basics of Arabic cooking and includes regular hands-on cooking practice.
MELC-A 228 Arabic Calligraphy
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 150 or NELC-A 150
- Description
- Covers the history and development of different styles of Arabic calligraphy, including Req'a, Naskh, Diwani, Kufi, and Thuluth, as well as how to identify these styles in manuscripts and monuments and how to use them to create beautiful compositions following the rules and aesthetics of Arabic calligraphy.
MELC-A 250 Intermediate Arabic II
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 200 or NELC-A 200
- Description
- Continues work from MELC-A 200, focusing on progressively more complex grammatical structures; continued expansion of vocabulary; and development of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills through intensive oral/aural practice using audio and video materials. Includes study of both Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine).
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 250 or NELC-A 250.
MELC-A 300 Advanced Arabic I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or NELC-A 250; or consent of department
- Description
- Focuses on continued expansion of vocabulary, including appropriate collocations and idiomatic expressions, conjunctions, and accuracy in usage, improved pronunciation, and public speaking and presentation skills. Further develops reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills through oral/aural practice, including interactions with native speakers and extensive use of media produced in Arabic.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 300 or NELC-A 300.
MELC-A 310 Gulf Arabic I
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or NELC-A 250
- Description
- Introductory course in Gulf Arabic that focuses on everyday conversations, including greetings, self-introductions, personal preferences, shopping, transportation, education, work, dining, hobbies, and daily activities. Taught in the communicative, proficiency-based, approach to language instruction, and will include extensive speaking and listening activities.
MELC-A 315 Gulf Arabic II
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 310
- Description
- Continuation of MELC-A 310. Focuses on more advanced conversation topics in Gulf Arabic, including film, music, sports, TV shows, social customs, family life, fashion, health, cuisine, etc. Taught in the communicative, proficiency-based approach to language instruction and includes extensive speaking and listening activities.
MELC-A 320 Levantine Arabic I
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or NELC-A 250
- Description
- Introductory course in Levantine Arabic that focuses on everyday conversations, including greetings, self-introductions, personal preferences, shopping, transportation, education, work, dining, hobbies, daily activities etc. Taught in the communicative, proficiency-based, approach to language instruction and includes extensive speaking and listening activities.
MELC-A 325 Levantine Arabic II
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 320
- Description
- Continuation of MELC-A 320. Focuses on advanced conversation topics in Levantine Arabic, including film, music, sports, TV shows, social customs, family life, fashion, health, cuisine, etc. Taught in the communicative, proficiency-based approach to language instruction and includes extensive speaking and listening activities.
MELC-A 330 Moroccan Arabic I
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250, NELC-A 250, or consent of department
- Description
- An introduction to the Moroccan Arabic dialect focusing on basic interactions, including greetings, self-introductions, shopping, transportation, dining, accommodations, education, work, etc. Course will be taught in the communicative, proficiency-based approach to language instruction and will involve extensive in-class speaking practice, as well as one hour of weekly conversation practice.
MELC-A 332 Arabic for Business
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or NELC-A 250
- Description
- Presents and provides practice in the conventions of Arabic business communication, including giving presentations, discussing the stock market and a company's performance, writing business letters and emails, and reading business reports, memos, and articles. Also covers networking and negotiation in an international Arabic-speaking business environment.
MELC-A 335 Moroccan Arabic II
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 330 or NELC-A 330
- Description
- Continuation of NELC-A 330. Introduces additional aspects of Moroccan culture and dialect, including family life, work culture, recreational activities, health and health care, academic culture, Moroccan cuisine, etc. Through extensive speaking and listening practice, introduces new cultural concepts as well as the contextually appropriate use of common expressions.
MELC-A 336 Arabic for Public Speaking
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or NELC-A 250
- Description
- Skills-based course covering how to craft and deliver effective public speeches in Arabic including informative, demonstrative, persuasive, ceremonial, and motivational speeches. Explores the effective use of idiomatic expressions, figures of speech, and other rhetorical devices, in both Modern Standard Arabic and dialect, in delivering powerful speeches.
MELC-A 338 Arabic Debate
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or consent of the instructor
- Description
- Develops skills in argumentation, public speaking, active listening, and rebuttal in Arabic. Emphasizes techniques for articulating ideas about debate topics of social, cultural, political, and environmental significance with precision, coherence, and accuracy.
MELC-A 340 Egyptian Arabic I
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or NELC-A 250
- Description
- Introductory course in Egyptian Arabic that focuses on everyday conversations, including greetings, self-introductions, personal preferences, shopping, transportation, education, work, dining, hobbies, daily activities etc. Taught in the communicative, proficiency-based, approach to language instruction and includes extensive speaking and listening activities.
MELC-A 342 Advanced Arabic Reading
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or consent of the instructor
- Description
- Enhances students' reading fluency and comprehension of authentic Arabic texts at the advanced level. Develops skills needed to understand the main ideas and supporting details in Arabic texts and to use morphological rules, discourse markers, and contextual clues for better reading comprehension.
MELC-A 344 Advanced Arabic Writing
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or consent of the instructor
- Description
- Enhances writing skills to communicate effectively and accurately in Arabic at the advanced level in different academic and professional writing contexts.
MELC-A 345 Egyptian Arabic II
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 340
- Description
- Continuation of MELC-A 340. Focuses on advanced conversation topics in Egyptian Arabic, including film, music, sports, TV shows, social customs, family life, fashion, health, cuisine, etc. Taught in the communicative, proficiency-based approach to language instruction and includes extensive speaking and listening activities.
MELC-A 350 Advanced Arabic II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 300 or NELC-A 300; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues work begun in MELC-A 300, emphasizing contextually appropriate and accurate use of Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine). Further develops reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills through oral/aural practice, including interactions with native speakers and extensive use of media and other materials produced in Arabic.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 350 or NELC-A 350.
MELC-A 400 Advanced Arabic III
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 350 or NELC-A 350; or consent of instructor
- Description
- An advanced Arabic language course, which builds on the Arabic structures and vocabulary taught in previous courses, with the goal of increasing proficiency in stylistic differences and usage.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 400 or NELC-A 400.
MELC-A 450 Advanced Arabic IV
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 400 or NELC-A 400; or consent of department
- Description
- Advanced Arabic language course that explores the cultural, religious, and socio-political contexts of Arabic countries through viewing Arabic films and engaging related materials in Arabic. Includes study of both Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine) and focuses on further developing reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 450 or NELC-A 450.
MELC-A 455 Advanced Media Arabic
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 450 or NELC-A 450
- Description
- Introduces the language of the Arab media and develops communication skills in reading, presentational speaking, listening, interpersonal communication, and expository and persuasive writing. Covers current events in Arabic language mass media including diplomacy, demonstrations, elections, conflicts, business and finance, and social issues. Taught in Arabic.
MELC-A 465 Arab Women
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 450 or NELC-A 450; or consent of department
- Description
- Explores the role of Arab women in modern Arab culture and society. Focuses on attitudes towards Arab women in different Arab countries and explores women\'s rights in Arab countries today. Includes the study of famous Arab women in various career fields: politics, literature, arts, science, etc. Taught exclusively in Arabic.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 465 or NELC-A 465.
MELC-A 475 Minorities in the Middle East
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 450 or NELC-A 450; or consent of department
- Description
- Discussion of ethnic and religious minorities in the Middle East, including the historical background of minority groups, their role in society, and their relationship with the majority. Taught exclusively in Arabic, including all assignments, readings, presentations, class projects, and papers.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 475 or NELC-A 475.
MELC-A 484 Contemporary Arab Cinema
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 450 or NELC-A 450
- Description
- Presents award-winning Arabic movies, addressing topics such as extremism, women's rights, sexuality, minorities, Arab-Israeli conflict, terrorism, and democracy, for discussion and critique. Explores the impact of location on films produced in different parts of the Arab World. May include interaction with actors, directors, and producers. Taught in Arabic.
MELC-A 485 Arab Culture Through Music
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 450
- Description
- Covers different aspects of Arab culture through music with a focus on the types of music that express different aspects of life. Closely examines music that addresses contemporary issues, such as the Arab Spring, women\'s rights, global change, daily life, and romance.
MELC-A 495 Daily Life in the Arab World
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 450
- Description
- Introduces different aspects of daily life in the Arab World, including education, work, social interactions, family life, health, TV shows, social customs, cuisine, etc. It will be taught in the communicative approach to language instruction, focusing on all language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
MELC-E 200 Intermediate Middle Egyptian
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-E 150 or NELC-E 150 with a grade of B or higher; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Readings from Middle Egyptian prose and poetic texts of intermediate difficulty. Texts will include fictional narratives, royal inscriptions, personal letters, religious texts and tomb autobiographies.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 200 or NELC-E 200.
MELC-E 201 Egypt of the Pharaohs: History and Civilization of Ancient Egypt
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Covers the history and civilization of ancient Egypt, including important historical and cultural events, from the Egyptian Predynastic period (c. 5000 - 3050 BCE) to the end of Egypt\'s traditional culture (c. 450 CE).
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MELC-E 250 Late Egyptian: Grammar and Texts
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-E 200 or NELC-E 200 with a grade of B or higher; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Covers the fundamentals of literary and documentary Late Egyptian, as written during the later New Kingdom and Third Intermediate Period, through the reading and study of literary and documentary texts and royal inscriptions.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 250 or NELC-E 250.
MELC-E 300 Demotic Egyptian I: Grammar and Script
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-E 250 or NELC-E 250 with a grade of B or higher; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Introduction to Demotic, the script and vernacular language of Ancient Egypt, in documented usage from around 650 BCE to around 450 CE.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 300 or NELC-E 300.
MELC-E 301 Religions of Ancient Egypt
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Covers the major aspects of religious belief and practice in ancient Egypt (c. 3500 BCE to 500 CE), including mythology, ethics and wisdom, religious praxis, magic, personal piety, and the survival and revival of ancient Egyptian religion after the disappearance of Egypt\'s own culture.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 301 or NELC-E 301.
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MELC-E 306 Topics in Egyptology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Advanced study of selected topics in the history, culture or religion of Ancient Egypt.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 credit hours in MELC-E 306 or NELC-E 306.
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MELC-E 350 Demotic Egyptian II: Persian and Ptolemaic Texts
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-E 300 or NELC-E 300 with a grade of B or higher; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Continues mastery of Demotic, the vernacular script and language of Egypt as written from circa 650 BCE to circa 450 CE.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 350 or NELC-E 350.
MELC-M 203 Topics in Middle Eastern History
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Covers selected topics in Middle Eastern History, from the formative period of human civilization to the present day. Course content varies by instructor.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
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MELC-M 204 Topics in Middle Eastern Culture and Society
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Analysis of selected Middle Eastern cultural or social issues. Topics will vary.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 9 credit hours in MELC-M 204 and NELC-N 204.
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MELC-M 205 Topics in Middle Eastern Literature
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Covers selected topics in Middle Eastern Literature, from ancient Egypt to the present day. Course content varies by instructor.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 9 credit hours.
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MELC-M 206 Modern Arab Culture
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces Arab culture through exploration of the diverse economies, political landscapes, cultural and social practices of the 22 states in the Arab world. Explores the ways in which people in the modern Arab world are culturally united by a common language while remaining extraordinarily diverse in other ways.
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MELC-M 207 Topics in Islamic Studies
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Covers selected topics in Islamic Studies, from the beginnings of Islam to the present day. Course content varies by instructor.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
MELC-M 213 World of Late Antiquity
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Surveys the transformation of the ancient Mediterranean and Middle East between the second and seventh centuries, focusing on the emergence of religion as a central facet of political identity, the fusion of Christian monotheism with imperial politics, and its impact on traditional societies and cultures on the eve of Islam.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of NELC-N 213 or MELC-M 213.
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MELC-M 214 Multiple Voices of Israeli Society
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- A survey of academic work by and about different groups in Israel. Attention is paid to local and theoretical issues highlighted by this work, such as collective memory, identity of immigrants, diaspora and the experience of homecoming, gay and lesbian families, reproductive regimes, and religious and secular worldviews.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-C 214, MELC-M 214, or NELC-N 214.
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MELC-M 215 Middle East Before Islam
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- A historical and cultural survey of the ancient Middle East up to the rise of Muhammad, focusing on Persian, Greek and Roman eras and the rise of the Middle East as a center of cross-cultural competition and exchange.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 215 and NELC-N 215.
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MELC-M 216 Israeli Inequality in Context
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Examines the engines of inequality - defined as the unequal distribution of scarce resources - in Israeli society and compares them to those in other stratified societies worldwide using a sociological, social stratification approach.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-C 216, MELC-M 216, or NELC-N 216.
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MELC-M 233 The Golden Age of Islamic Civilization
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Focuses on the Abbasid period of Islamic history, which began in 750 CE, and is considered the \"golden age\" of Islamic civilization due to remarkable accomplishments in culture, art, architecture, and scholarship during this time.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 233 or NELC-N 233.
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MELC-M 239 US Foreign Policy and the Muslim World
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces salient policy debates that shape contemporary American foreign policy toward the Middle East and the Muslim world. Explores foreign policy decision making and international relations theory. Addresses major policy questions, including US reactions to the crisis in Syria and the Arab Spring.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 239 or NELC-N 239.
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MELC-M 251 Post-Taliban Afghanistan and the War on Terror
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- The September 11th attacks prompted the on-going "War on Terrorism" against Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. This course examines this conflict while focusing on Afghanistan as a multi-ethnic, modern nation-state ravaged by a century of internal colonialism and most recently by foreign invasions, proxy wars, and global terrorism.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of ANTH-E 251, CEUS-R 251, or NELC-N 251.
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MELC-M 265 Introduction to Islamic Civilization
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Survey of Islamic civilization in the classical period. Topics covered include the life of Muhammad, Koranic and other teachings of Islam, conquests and caliphates, early successor states, law, sects, theology, philosophy, and the relationship between state and religion.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 265 or NELC-N 265.
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MELC-M 268 Military History of the Middle East
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Survey of conflict in the Middle East including the rise of Islam, the Crusades, World War I, the Arab-Israeli Conflict, the Persian Gulf Wars, and terrorism.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 268 or NELC-N 268.
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MELC-M 302 The Greek and Roman Near East
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Covers the methods, impact, and experience of Greek and Roman imperialism in the Near East from the conquests of Alexander the Great to the rise of Islam.
MELC-M 303 Issues in Middle Eastern History
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- In-depth study of a particular topic, problem, or theme of Middle Eastern history. Topics will vary.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours in MELC-M 303 and NELC-N 303.
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MELC-M 304 Issues in Middle Eastern Culture and Society
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Explores particular problems, themes, and topics relating to the cultures of the Middle East in depth. Topics will vary.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 credit hours in MELC-M 304 and NELC-N 304.
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MELC-M 305 Issues in Middle Eastern Literature
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Engages selected works of Middle Eastern literature in relation to a singular cultural problem or theme. Topics will vary.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 9 credit hours in MELC-M 305 and NELC-N 305.
MELC-M 306 Topics in Middle Eastern Studies
- Credits
- 1–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Covers selected topics in Middle Eastern Studies, from prehistory to the present day. Course content varies by instructor.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
MELC-M 307 Issues in Islamic Studies
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Explores particular topics, problems, or themes in Islamic studies. Topics will vary.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 credit hours in MELC-M 307 or NELC-N 307.
MELC-M 308 The Arabic Novel
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Almost all aspects of the Arab world have been expressed through novels: social, political, and psychological, providing insights into collective and individual human experiences. This course delves into Arabic novels in English translation, exploring different themes and aesthetics. Novelists from various Arabic countries will be included.
MELC-M 312 Arabic Grammar
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 200 or NELC-A 200; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Presents a systematic treatment of the principal features of the syntax of Arabic grammar. Introduces, analyzes, and illustrates the technical Arabic terms and concepts associated with them. Focuses on grammatical analysis of the two major dominant sentence types (verbal and nominal) and other grammatical features and categories.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 312 or NELC-N 312.
MELC-M 314 ISIS & Terrorism
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces the definition(s), historical development, theories about the psychological and ideological motivations of terrorism. Examines emergence of ISIS in Iraq and Syria, placing the group within the context of current events. Explores the factors leading to the survival and strength of terrorism in Iraq and Syria, ISIS\'s appeal, and ideology.
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MELC-M 315 Ancient Greek and Near Eastern Religions
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- One course in either Religious Studies, Classical Studies, Anthropology or History
- Description
- Explores classical Greek religious, cultural and philosophical trends in relation to Near Eastern civilizations, 900 BCE-150 CE. Covers topics such as cosmology, mythologies, mystery cults, prophecy, shamanism, demonology, asceticism, notions of the afterlife and of the soul.
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MELC-M 320 Islam in the Eyes of the West
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Explores how Islam and Muslims have been perceived by Europeans in the pre-modern and early modern periods and by Americans after World War II. Topics covered include key historical encounters between the Muslim-majority world and the West and modern phenomena like Orientalism and Islamophobia.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 320 or NELC-N 320.
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MELC-M 324 Introduction to Arabic Linguistics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Concise history and description of the structure of Arabic. Special emphasis on the written and selected spoken varieties of modern Arabic phonology, grammar, and basic vocabulary.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 324 or NELC-N 324.
MELC-M 329 Arabic Phonetics and Phonology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Systematic study of Arabic phonetics and phonology utilizing scientific phonetics, both practical and theoretical, and the phonological processes of generative phonological theory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 329 or NELC-N 329.
MELC-M 334 What is Middle Eastern? Perspectives Gained through Comparison with Israel
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Examines work that makes claims about Middle Eastern dynamics, by describing histories, gender regimes, secular/religious tensions, etc, that are perceived as common across Middle Eastern societies. Uses Israel, a possible Middle Eastern society, to provide a fresh perspective on what does and does not hold the Middle East together.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 334 or JSTU-C 334.
MELC-M 339 Middle Eastern Politics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Explores political culture and change in selected Middle Eastern and North African countries. Topics covered include political elites, traditional cultures, modern political ideology, institutions of political control, conflict management, and social reform policies.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 339, NELC-N 339, or POLS-Y 339.
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MELC-M 347 Rise of Eastern Rome
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Covers the evolution of the Eastern Roman Empire in relation to Sassanian Persia from the second to seventh centuries, focusing on centralization at Constantinople; response to Western overlords; promotion of Christian orthodoxy, monasticism and Holy Land; and formulation of imperial strategies that defeated Persia but, ultimately, facilitated the Arab conquests.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 347 or NELC-N 347.
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MELC-M 348 Byzantium
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Explores the history, society, economy and culture of the Byzantine Roman Empire (\"Byzantium\"), ca. 330-1453 CE. Focuses on its imperial and Christian ideology, urban and frontier life, military ventures and diplomatic strategies for survival while situated between Western Christendom and Islamic Caliphates in the medieval Middle East.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of HIST-B 348, MELC-M 348, or NELC-N 348.
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MELC-M 350 Modern Iran
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Explores the history and culture of Iran from 1500 to the present, emphasizing the last century. Readings cover historical, religious, and cultural issues, the two great revolutions of the 20th century, and Iran\'s role in recent events in the Middle East. Also follows current events in Iran.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 350 or NELC-N 350.
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MELC-M 361 Islamic Feminisms
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Provides a broad survey of women's issues and gender issues within the contexts of multiple societies in the Islamic world, with a focus on the Middle East.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 361 or NELC-N 361.
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MELC-M 365 Islamic Philosophy
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces the chief philosophers, schools, and issues of Islamic philosophy. Issues discussed include the relationship between religion and philosophy, philosophy and society, the nature of the soul, the basis of rational knowledge, the relationship between mysticism and philosophy, and the role of philosophy in Islamic religious education.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 365 and NELC-N 365.
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MELC-M 370 Koranic Studies
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces the Koran in its historical role as the Islamic revelation. Covers its formation and compilation, the structural and stylistic characteristics of the text, and its role and function in Islam. Explores the different schools of interpretation throughout history and comparative studies between the Koran and the Judeo-Christian scriptures.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 370 or NELC-N 370.
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MELC-M 391 War and Peace in the Islamic Tradition
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Explores war and peace as universal themes within the internally diverse Islamic tradition. Focuses on how the concepts of war and peace are dealt with as religious, ethical, legal, and social issues and traces the various meanings of jihad in different sources.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 391 or NELC-N 391.
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MELC-M 392 Islam and Modernity
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Islam and its compatibility with modernity is a much-debated issue in the contemporary period. This course addresses the important \"hot-button\" issues that are frequently raised in these debates: political Islam, democracy, pluralism, women\'s rights, human rights, secularization and globalization, among others.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 392 or NELC-N 392.
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MELC-M 397 Peoples and Cultures of the Middle East
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Acquaints students with anthropological contributions to the ethnographic studies of the peoples and culture of the Middle East. As an ethnographic survey, this course examines the unity and diversity of social institutions and cultural practices in contemporary Middle Eastern societies.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 397, ANTH-E 397, CEUS-R 352, CEUS-U 397, or NELC-N 397.
MELC-M 400 Modern Arabic Literature and Culture
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 350; or consent of department
- Description
- This course is taught in Arabic and provides a survey of Modern Arabic literature and culture with texts covering various themes representing the aesthetic creativity of Arab authors and poets.
MELC-M 477 Arabic Pragmatics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or NELC-A 250
- Description
- Addresses major concepts in pragmatics, Arabic pragmatic research, and Arabic instructional pragmatics. Concepts covered include presupposition, implicature, deixis, speech acts, politeness, and others. Reviews Arabic pragmatic studies and highlights significant findings. Examines instructional pragmatics in the context of teaching Arabic as a foreign language.
MELC-M 488 Arabic Second Language Acquisition
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 250 or NELC-A 250
- Description
- Introduces theories and models in Second Language Acquisition (SLA), focusing specifically on Arabic SLA research that investigated the acquisition of phonology, morphology, syntax, vocabulary, and language skills. Addresses the relationship between SLA and pedagogy in the context of teaching Arabic as a foreign language.
MELC-M 498 Introduction to Arabic Pedagogy
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 450 or NELC-A 450
- Description
- Introduces theory and practice of language pedagogy as it applies to teaching Arabic as a foreign language. Covers theories of second language acquisition, approaches to foreign language instruction, teaching MSA and dialect, curriculum design, lesson planning, material development, teaching across proficiency levels, classroom management, language assessment, and instructional technology. Taught in Arabic. Includes teaching practicum.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-M 498 or NELC-N 498.
ARTH-A 327 Survey of Modern and Contemporary Islamic Art
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Provides a comprehensive overview of modern and contemporary art of the Middle East and North Africa.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of ARTH-A 327 or FINA-A 327.
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CEUS-T 251 Intermediate Persian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 152 or CEUS-U 178 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Covers a wide range of topics and intermediate to advanced grammar.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 251 or CEUS-U 277.
CEUS-T 252 Intermediate Persian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 251 or CEUS-U 277 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Concentrates on complex grammatical structures and vocabulary acquisition with emphasis on reading and writing skills, and fluency in modern colloquial pronunciation (Tehran dialect). Studies texts drawn from modern Iranian publications, authentic materials, and Internet resources.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 252 or CEUS-U 278.
CEUS-T 281 Intermediate Turkish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 182 or CEUS-U 162 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Expands communicative skills, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Class activities and homework involve listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Special attention paid to building richer vocabulary, developing competence in the vernacular, and improving reading. Recordings, films, handicrafts, and cartoons used in context.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 281 or CEUS-U 261.
CEUS-T 282 Intermediate Turkish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 281 or CEUS-U 261 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Continues skills learned in CEUS-T 281.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 282 or CEUS-U 262.
CEUS-T 351 Advanced Persian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 252 or CEUS-U 278 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Students examine the classical Persian tradition's rich legacy of historical, literary, and religious writings and learn the grammatical and lexical differences distinguishing classical from modern Persian. Introduction to basic research tools and reference works. Readings cover the range of classical Persian texts.
CEUS-T 352 Advanced Persian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 351 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Continues and builds upon skills learned in CEUS-T 351.
CEUS-T 381 Advanced Turkish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 282 or CEUS-U 262 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Requires written reports after watching Turkish TV news. Class activities improve language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Opportunity to interact with native speakers outside of class.
CEUS-T 382 Advanced Turkish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 381 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Expands language proficiency using innovative methods described in CEUS-T 381.
CMLT-C 370 Comparative Studies in Western and Middle Eastern Literatures
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- R: CMLT-C 205 or 3 credit hours of literature
- Description
- Literary exchanges and influences between Western and Middle Eastern traditions in Arabic, Persian, or Turkish. Period and topic vary.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
FOLK-F 307 Middle Eastern Folklore/Folklife/Folk Music
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Folk traditions of the Arabic, Persian- and Turkish-speaking peoples, including folk festivals, rituals, folk dances, music, theatre, and verbal behaviors; the influence of Islam.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
JSTU-B 150 Introduction to Biblical Hebrew II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-B 100 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- A continuation of JSTU-B 100 that builds the student's knowledge of the fundamentals of biblical Hebrew.
JSTU-B 200 Intermediate Biblical Hebrew I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-B 150 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- A continuation of JSTU-B 150. Establishes students' grammatical knowledge and skills, allowing them to understand Biblical Hebrew narrative, law, prophecy, and poetry.
JSTU-B 250 Intermediate Biblical Hebrew II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-B 200 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- A continuation of JSTU-B 200. Further develops students' grammatical knowledge and skills, allowing them to understand Biblical Hebrew narrative, law, prophecy, and poetry.
JSTU-C 240 Contemporary Israeli Culture
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Through literature and other media (essay, film, music), this course examines a number of Israeli cultural, social, and political phenomena: the Holocaust in the Israeli imagination, Labor and the Israeli body, Jewish ethnicity, the Israeli Arab, and the creation of new national holidays. Students develop methods of \"reading\" these artifacts of Israeli culture with the help of approaches from the fields of literary and cultural studies.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
JSTU-H 200 Intermediate Modern Hebrew I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 150 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Continuation of JSTU-H 150, for students who choose the Modern Hebrew track. Continues to develop reading, writing, and conversational skills, while expanding the grammatical foundation of students' Modern Hebrew knowledge.
JSTU-H 250 Intermediate Modern Hebrew II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 200 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Continues to develop reading, writing, and conversational skills, while expanding the grammatical foundation of students' Modern Hebrew knowledge.
JSTU-H 296 Foreign Study in Hebrew
- Credits
- 1–6 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Acceptance into an overseas study program
- Notes
- Does not count toward credit for major, certificate, or minor.
- Description
- Credit for foreign study in Hebrew language or literature when no specific equivalent is available among departmental offerings.
JSTU-H 300 Advanced Modern Hebrew I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 250 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Reviews and completes the acquisition of the grammatical system of Modern Hebrew, using modern Israeli literary work and media resources, focusing on verbal and written communication skills.
JSTU-H 350 Advanced Modern Hebrew II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 300 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Sets the foundations for the study of complete written works in Modern Hebrew, whether for literary or research purposes. Offers extensive practice of reading, writing, and conversational skills.
JSTU-H 365 Advanced Hebrew Conversation and Composition
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 350 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- A full summation of Modern Hebrew, with review of grammar and vocabulary. The course aims to enrich students\' vocabulary, reading and writing skills, comprehension, and free expression. Emphasis will be on vocabulary, usage, and pronunciation. Writing practice and review of grammar will be integrated with conversation and readings of selections from literary and nonliterary texts.
JSTU-H 375 Introductory Readings in Hebrew Literature (in Hebrew)
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 350 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Reading, in the original Hebrew, of selected poetry and prose from among the chief writers of Modern Hebrew literature. Emphasis on familiarization with the diverse styles, forms, and themes of Modern Hebrew literature. Discussion and analysis in Hebrew.
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JSTU-H 396 Foreign Study in Hebrew
- Credits
- 1–6 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Acceptance into an overseas study program
- Notes
- Does not count toward credit for major, certificate, or minor.
- Description
- Credit for foreign study in Hebrew language or literature when no specific equivalent is available among departmental offerings.
JSTU-H 460 Israeli Film and Fiction in Hebrew
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Grade of C or higher in any Hebrew course above JSTU-H 350 (such as JSTU-H 365, JSTU-H 375, JSTU-H 480, JSTU-H 485, or JSTU-X 491), or equivalent
- Description
- A sampling of Israeli novels and stories whose texts were made into film. Subjects covered pertain to the representation of Israeli culture, values, and experience, including individualism and collective, war and peace, the self and the nation. Readings, assignments, and discussion in Hebrew.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-C 360 or JSTU-H 460.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
JSTU-H 480 Modern Hebrew Literature in Hebrew
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Grade of C or higher in any Hebrew course above JSTU-H 350 (such as JSTU-H 365, JSTU-H 375, JSTU-H 485, or JSTU-X 491), or equivalent
- Description
- A survey of nineteenth- and twentieth-century fiction, poetry, essays in the original Hebrew under such headings as assimilation, ghetto, and world; secularism versus tradition; ethnicity, land, and universalism; nation, religion, state; utopia and revolution; nostalgia, self-hate, rejuvenation; portrayal of anti-Semitism in literature.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-H 480 or JSTU-L 380.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
JSTU-H 485 Recent Hebrew Literature in Hebrew
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Grade of C or higher in any Hebrew course above JSTU-H 350 (such as JSTU-H 365, JSTU-H 375, JSTU-H 460, JSTU-H 480 or JSTU-X 491), or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Extensive readings of Hebrew texts and scholarly works grouped according to periods or specific themes in language, literature, or intellectual movements adapted to specific individual programs. Readings, assignments, and discussions in Hebrew.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-H 485 or JSTU-L 385.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
JSTU-L 270 Coming to America: History and Memory of Immigration in Jewish Literature
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Studies the encounter of Jews immigrating to America in the later nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Readings (in English translation) of memoirs, prose fiction and poetry composed in English, Hebrew and Yiddish illustrate the clash of civilizations and ensuing acculturation. Assimilation and reciprocal effects are also explored.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
- Fall 2024CASE DUScourseSummer 2024CASE DUScourse
JSTU-L 377 Victims and Avengers: Readings in the Holocaust Literature of Israel (in English Translation)
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Readings of Holocaust literature in translation primarily from Hebrew and Yiddish works of poetry and prose, diaries and stories, to highlight the lasting impact of this event on Israel's social and cultural landscape. Issues covered include representation of Jews as victims, avengers and heroes.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-H 477 or JSTU-L 377.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
- Fall 2024CASE GCCcourseSummer 2024CASE GCCcourse
JSTU-L 380 Modern Hebrew Literature in English
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- No knowledge of Hebrew necessary. Readings and lectures in English
- Description
- Nineteenth- and twentieth-century fiction, poetry, essays, under such headings as assimilation (ideal or aberration?); ghetto and world; secularism versus tradition; ethnicity, land, and universalism; nation, religion, state; utopias and revolutions; nostalgia, self-hate, rejuvenation; portrayal of anti-Semitism in literature.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-H 480 or JSTU-L 380.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
JSTU-L 385 Recent Hebrew Literature in English
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Fiction, poetry, and essays with relevance to contemporary issues, such as the past (burden or asset?); the meeting of Europe and Near East; the kibbutz; ideal and reality; Jews, Arabs, Canaanites; diaspora and center; the personal and the collective; inwardness or realism; wars, holocausts, peace. No knowledge of Hebrew necessary. Readings and lectures in English.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-H 485 or JSTU-L 385.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
JSTU-L 390 Biblical Themes in Modern Hebrew Literature
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- An examination of how modern Hebrew literature, read in English translation, has perceived and reinterpreted narratives of the Hebrew Bible. Among the issues to be examined are the contemporary individual, social, and historical factors contributing to the process of \"rewriting\" the Bible in the image of our times. No knowledge of Hebrew necessary. Readings and lectures in English.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
JSTU-L 395 S. Y. Agnon and the Jewish Experience
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Intensive study of the fictional work (in English translation) of S. Y. Agnon. Among the themes explored are religion and secularism; tradition versus modernity and change; love, marriage, and divorce; nostalgia for the past and life in the present; Israel and the diaspora. No knowledge of Hebrew necessary. Readings and lectures in English.
- Fall 2024CASE AHcourseSummer 2024CASE AHcourse
JSTU-X 491 Individual Readings in Hebrew
- Credits
- 1–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 350 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Extensive readings of Hebrew texts and scholarly works grouped according to periods or specific themes in language, literature, or intellectual movements adapted to specific individual programs. Readings, assignments, and discussion in Hebrew.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credit hours in JSTU-H 497 and JSTU-X 491.
POLS-Y 102 International Political Controversies
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to current or past controversial issues in international and comparative politics, presenting multiple sides of complex issues. Topics vary from semester to semester.
- Repeatability
- The course may be repeated once; however, it may be counted only once toward a political science major.
- Fall 2024CASE SHcourseSummer 2024CASE SHcourse
POLS-Y 401 Topics in Political Science
- Credits
- 2–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Topic varies with the instructor and year; consult the online
- Repeatability
- May be repeated once for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
- Fall 2024CASE SHcourseSummer 2024CASE SHcourse
- Major GPA, Hours, and Minimum Grade Requirements.
- Major GPA. A GPA of at least 2.000 for all courses taken in the major—including those where a grade lower than C- is earned—is required.
- Major Minimum Grade. Except for the GPA requirement, a grade of C- or higher is required for a course to count toward a requirement in the major.
- Major Upper Division Credit Hours. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed at the 300–499 level.
- Major Residency. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed in courses taken through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.
- College Breadth. At least 58 credit hours must be completed in courses from College of Arts and Sciences disciplines outside of the major area.
Major Area Courses
Unless otherwise noted below, the following courses are considered in the academic program and will count toward academic program requirements as appropriate:
- Any course at the 100–499 level with the
MELC
subject area prefix—as well as any other subject areas that are deemed functionally equivalent - Any course contained on the course lists for the academic program requirements at the time the course is taken—as well as any other courses that are deemed functionally equivalent—except for those listed only under Addenda Requirements
- Any course directed to a non-Addenda requirement through an approved exception
Exclusions
The following courses cannot be applied toward major requirements or the College Breadth requirement (unless otherwise noted) :
- MELC-A 100 Elementary Arabic I*
- MELC-A 150 Elementary Arabic II*
- MELC-E 100 Elementary Hieroglyphic Egyptian I*
- MELC-E 150 Elementary Hieroglyphic Egyptian II*
- CEUS-T 151 Introductory Persian I*
- CEUS-T 152 Introductory Persian II*
- CEUS-T 181 Introductory Turkish I*
- CEUS-T 182 Introductory Turkish II*
- JSTU-H 100 Elementary Modern Hebrew I*
- JSTU-H 150 Elementary Modern Hebrew II*
- JSTU-H 190 *
MELC-A 100 Elementary Arabic I
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Focuses on developing basic reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine). Also introduces some aspects of Arab culture.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 100 or NELC-A 100.
MELC-A 150 Elementary Arabic II
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- MELC-A 100 or NELC-A 100
- Description
- Continues work begun in MELC-A 100, focusing on the development of basic reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and one dialect (Egyptian or Levantine). Also introduces some aspects of Arab culture.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-A 150 or NELC-A 150.
MELC-E 100 Elementary Hieroglyphic Egyptian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to Middle Egyptian, the language of Ancient Egypt as spoken and written during the Middle Kingdom and early New Kingdom (c. 2000 BCE - 1400 BCE). Covers the rudiments of the hieroglyphic script and teaches basic Egyptian grammar and vocabulary.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 100, NELC-E 100, or NELC-E 101.
MELC-E 150 Elementary Hieroglyphic Egyptian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MELC-E 100 or NELC-E 100 with a grade of B or higher; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Continues the introduction to Middle Egyptian, the language of Ancient Egypt, as spoken and written during the Middle Kingdom and early New Kingdom (c. 2000 BCE - 1400 BCE). Focuses on mastering the basics of hieroglyphic script, learning advanced Egyptian grammar and vocabulary, and reading edited hieroglyphic texts.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MELC-E 150, NELC-E 102, or NELC-E 150.
CEUS-T 151 Introductory Persian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- No previous knowledge of Persian required. Introduces basic communication skills in modern standard Persian and familiarizes students with Persian's sounds, alphabet, and basic grammar. Students learn to read, write, speak, and comprehend simple to moderately complex sentences. Readings, class conversations, media programs, film viewing, and cultural activities introduce Persian cultures.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 151 or CEUS-U 177.
CEUS-T 152 Introductory Persian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 151 or CEUS-U 177 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues Introductory Persian I. Further work on basic sentence structure to develop greater fluency in pronunciation, reading, and writing. With the aim of a working vocabulary of 700 words, students study compound verbs and other idiomatic expressions. Internet resources used extensively.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 152 or CEUS-U 178.
CEUS-T 181 Introductory Turkish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces English-speaking students to Turkish. Builds basic proficiency in modern Turkish for effective communication at beginning level in everyday situations. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing are covered in classroom activities and at-home practice. Establishes a solid linguistic and cultural foundation for future studies of Turkish.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 181 or CEUS-U 161.
CEUS-T 182 Introductory Turkish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 181 or CEUS-U 161 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues learning begun in CEUS-T 181, expanding basic competencies. Students develop communicative skills as they assimilate the basics of Turkish grammar. In addition to the textbook, students use other media, such as short video clips from Turkish television, songs, and newspaper articles.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 182 or CEUS-U 162.
JSTU-H 100 Elementary Modern Hebrew I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introductory course that lays groundwork for the study and use of Modern Hebrew, developing reading, writing, and conversational skills while building the necessary grammatical foundations. No previous knowledge of Hebrew required.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-B 100 or JSTU-H 100.
JSTU-H 150 Elementary Modern Hebrew II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- JSTU-H 100 with a grade of C or higher; or equivalent proficiency
- Description
- Continues to develop reading, writing, and conversational skills in Hebrew, laying the necessary grammatical foundation for intermediate Modern Hebrew.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of JSTU-B 150 or JSTU-H 150.
Courses marked with an asterisk (*) will count toward the College Breadth requirement.
Exceptions to and substitutions for major requirements may be made with the approval of the unit's Director of Undergraduate Studies, subject to final approval by the College of Arts and Sciences.
The Bachelor of Arts degree requires at least 120 credit hours, to include the following:
- College of Arts and Sciences Credit Hours. At least 100 credit hours must come from College of Arts and Sciences disciplines.
- Upper Division Courses. At least 42 credit hours (of the 120) must be at the 300–499 level.
- College Residency. Following completion of the 60th credit hour toward degree, at least 36 credit hours of College of Arts and Sciences coursework must be completed through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.
- College GPA. A College grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.000 is required.
- CASE Requirements. The following College of Arts and Sciences Education (CASE) requirements must be completed:
- CASE Foundations
- CASE Breadth of Inquiry
- CASE Culture Studies
- CASE Critical Approaches: 1 course
- CASE Foreign Language: Proficiency in a single foreign language through the second semester of the second year of college-level coursework
- CASE Intensive Writing: 1 course
- CASE Public Oral Communication: 1 course
- Major. Completion of the major as outlined in the Major Requirements section above.
Most students must also successfully complete the Indiana University Bloomington General Education program.