Arabic studies (Arabic language, culture and literature) (in Bulgarian and Arabic)
Short presentation of the programme:
In the first two years, the programme focuses on general education courses, two-semester courses in the main areas of study, such as The Science of Language, Mythology and Religion, Historical Knowledge, Aesthetics and Art Theory, and practical courses, such as Arabic language, Translation and Text Analysis, Introduction to Arab-Muslim literature, Introduction to Arab-Muslim Civilization, etc. In the third and fourth years, the course of study includes lecture and training courses.
Major and professional qualification:
Major:
Arabic Studies
Qualification: Arabist
Practical training courses:
Practical training includes annual traveling seminars, placements in the Oriental Collections Department of the National Library "St. St. Cyril and Methodius", placements and publications in the journal Orientalia, seminars and placements in cooperation with journalists and translators from and into Arabic language.
International mobility:
The programme provides an opportunity for international student mobility at universities in Qatar and Morocco.
Graduate Student Competencies:
• knowledge in the field of theoretical and applied linguistics, literature, culture and history of the countries of the Arab world, theory and practice of translation;
• skills to translate and interpret from and into Arabic, analyse contemporary linguistic phenomena, comment on and analyse events related to the problems of the countries of the Arab world.
Graduation:
Completion of studies in the bachelor's programme takes place by defending a bachelor's thesis or passing a state exam upon earning the required number of credits. In addition to the professional qualification provided, students can also obtain additional specialisation by enrolling in a minor programme.
The graduation process complies with the NBU Standard for Educational and Qualification Degree Completion.
Occupation and possible positions:
Graduates pursue careers as Arabists; specialists in the problems of the Middle East, translators, editors, editors in periodical printed and electronic publications, reporters, journalists, correspondents and tour guides.
Department :
Mediterranean and Eastern Studies