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Arabic is the 5th most spoken language in the world. It is one of six official U.N. languages. The U.S. Department of State considers Arabic a critical language.
Learn one of the world’s most important languages, the official language of 26 countries and the first language of nearly 300 million native speakers. Arabic is the language of scripture and prayer for more than a billion people and it was the most widespread language of science and philosophy for a millennium. Unlike Arabic programs at most other universities, Ohio State’s Arabic major includes a comprehensive curriculum with advanced courses on literature and culture conducted entirely in Arabic.
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The Arabic major is offered by the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures and includes courses in the language, literature and culture of the Arab world. Students studying Arabic progress from an elementary working knowledge of the language toward oral and written proficiency.
Careers in which Arabic is the primary emphasis include teaching Arabic at all levels; interpreting and translating for the United Nations, government, or for private and public organizations; working with the special forces, trade and security, or as an information analyst for foreign embassies; and a variety of positions in hospitality, banking, consulting and business.