Ar 490 History of the Arabic Language

Study of the development of classical Arabic language from early times, with emphasis on two major schools of Arabic grammar: al-Kufah and al-Basrah; contribution of major grammarians, evolution of morphology and syntax; development of current Modern Standard Arabic vs colloquial Spoken Arabic.

Credits

4

Slash Listed Courses

Also offered for graduate-level credit as Ar 590 and may be taken only once for credit.

Prerequisite

Ar 303 or consent of instructor.