Apply Now Contact Us Continuous Education Center

College of Arts & Languages

About the Arts & Languages

The College of Arts and Languages at Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities offers programs in literature and languages that prepare graduates to serve their communities and strengthen their cultural life and intellectual pursuits. The college has two departments: the Department of Arabic Language, which offers the Bachelor of Arabic Language, and the Department of Languages, which offers the Bachelor of Russian Language. Both programs are built to meet current academic standards and to reflect developments in the field. The college's goal is to teach and support research in literature and languages within an environment that encourages original thinking, in keeping with the priorities of the United Arab Emirates and its national identity. Its aims include establishing modern programs that meet international standards and use current technology in language instruction, teaching students through a rigorous, source-based approach that develops their independence, and strengthening their skills in communication, critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork. The college also prepares students for serious research in literature, language, and linguistics. The college works to develop well-rounded graduates who value competence and innovation, take pride in their country, and remain open to other cultures, so they can contribute at home and abroad. Its mission is to give students the academic knowledge and practical skills the field requires, along with the habits of leadership and independent thinking that prepare them to publish original work and to help address the questions their society faces.

Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Language and Literature

Bachelor's

The Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Language program offers a comprehensive academic experience, combining deep knowledge with practical application. The program includes general courses aimed at promoting broad understanding and knowledge diversity, such as the English language, Emirati Society and National Identity, Artificial Intelligence, and Humanities, providing students with a solid knowledge base that contributes to the development of a contemporary and comprehensive vision. The program also focuses on the study of specialized courses in language, linguistics, literature, criticism, and rhetoric, which enhances students' analytical and critical skills. The courses in learning theories, teaching methods and techniques add another dimension that enables students to work in the field of teaching a language to native speakers or non-native speakers. Courses such as Introduction to Translation and Thinking Skills in the 21st Century develop students' skills in translation, critical analysis, and problem-solving in innovative ways. Accordingly, the overall objective of the program is to prepare graduates who can contribute effectively to the fields of language, linguistics, literature, teaching and translation.