Module manager: Dr Almed Elgindy
Email: a.elgindy@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
Year abroad Arabic language or equivalent.
| ARAB2020 | Ess Skills In Practical Arabic |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Do you have A-level or equivalent in Arabic? If that is the case, why don't you widen your Arabic grammar and translation skills by enrolling in ARAB2010? The module will train you in how to translate contemporary texts from and into Arabic. It will also acquaint you with the grammatical skills that will enable you to write in a fluent and effective style, and to comprehend Arabic texts. On completion of this module you will be familiar with the grammar rules as well as the function of Arabic grammar in texts. You will also acquire the skills to translate different genres of texts from and into Arabic. For further information please consult our website: <a href="http://www.leeds.ac.uk/arabic">www.leeds.ac.uk/arabic</a>
To provide an in-depth analysis of Arabic morphology and syntax in order to improve comprehension, translation and writing skills.
Morphology: Analysis of usages of the Arabic Verb system, noun patterns and particle functions.
Syntax: Analysis of usages of the various syntactical functions and the word order of simple, compounds and complex sentences in Arabic.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 21 | 2 | 42 |
| Private study hours | 158 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 42 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200 | ||
preparatory reading for lectures/seminars, completion of coursework as well as preparation for presentations and exams
Progress is monitored through:
- fortnightly submitted language coursework, oral presentations and exams
- checking attendance throughout the year
- access to weekly office hours.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Written Assignment 1 | 25 |
| Assignment | Written Assignment 2 | 25 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 50 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 3.0 Hrs 0 Mins | 50 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 50 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 4/29/2024
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