Diploma in Arabic Language
- Level
- Diploma(MNQF Level 5)
- Duration
- 1 year(2 Semesters)
- Modes
- Available Modes (Full-Time)
- Course Fee
- Course FeeMVR 6,960
SUMMARY
- current Intake
- August Intake 2025
- Campus
- Male' (Full-Time)
current Intake
Overview
This course was aimed to enable the students to use a broad range of vocabulary and appropriate critical terminology to read Arabic literature, and provide opportunities for progression to further study in Arabic medium, particularly at the degree level. And also to enhance the qualifications of Arabic Teachers.
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- i) 2 Passes in GCE-A Level / HSC/ Shahadha Saanaviyya or equivalent and certified proficiency in Arabic Language (Iudhaadhiyya/SSC Arabic Language/GCE O'level/IGCSE Arabic Language or satisfactory performance in a written test of Arabic Language or equivalent); OR
- ii) Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field and certified proficiency in Arabic Language (Iudhaadhiyya/SSC/GCE O'level/IGCSE Arabic Language or satisfactory performance in a written test of Arabic Language or equivalent); OR
- iii) Completion of MNU Certificate 4 - Foundation Studies program (any) or equivalent and certified proficiency in Arabic Language (Iudhaadhiyya/SSC/GCE O'level/IGCSE Arabic Language or satisfactory performance in a written test of Arabic Language or equivalent); OR
Alternative Entry
- i) Completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program and certified proficiency in Arabic Language (Iudhaadhiyya/SSC/GCE O'level/IGCSE Arabic Language or satisfactory performance in a written test of Arabic Language or equivalent); OR
- ii) 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program and certified proficiency in Arabic Language (Iudhaadhiyya/SSC /GCE O'level/IGCSE Arabic Language or satisfactory performance in a written test of Arabic Language or equivalent).
General Notes
- Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
- Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
- Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.
Semester 1
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | ARA128 Quranic Arabic 2 (CORE) | Quranic Arabic 2 | Nil | 9 Quranic Arabic 2 (CORE) (9) (9) | 522 522 |
ARA131 Reading & Writing 3 (CORE) | Nil | 1,218 1,218 | |||
ARA133 Speaking Skills 3 (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
ARA136 Grammar 2 (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,480 3,480 |
Semester 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | ARA129 Arabic for Academic Purpose 1 (CORE) | Arabic for Academic Purpose 1 | Nil | 15 Arabic for Academic Purpose 1 (CORE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
ARA138 Quranic Arabic 3 (CORE) | Nil | 580 580 | |||
ARA141 Reading & Writing 4 (CORE) | Nil | 1,160 1,160 | |||
ARA146 Grammar 3 (CORE) | ARA136 | 870 870 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,480 3,480 |
| Course Total | 120 CP | Total: 6,960 6,960 |
Fees stated above are tuition fees for local students. Fees for international students is twice the stated fees. All fees are quoted in MVR.
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