Discipline of Arabic Language and Cultures at The University of Sydney Understanding the Arab world is today of vital importance.
Arabic is the fifth most widely spoken language in the world. It is one of the official languages of the United Nations and the religious language of a billion and a half Muslims, as well as of millions of Christians and Jews. Political and economic developments in the Arab world and parts of the Middle East, like the internationalization of businesses and professions around the world, have made u
10/04/2025
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📚✨ Earlier this year, Arabic Language and Cultures students Lama Sweidan, Sidra Ghanawi, Jaseena Al-Helo and Emilie Garcia-Dolnik were selected to represent University of Sydney at the 17th Emirates Airline Festival of Literature in Dubai. As the only student delegation from Australia, they engaged in cross-cultural dialogue and the power of storytelling in the Arab world: https://bit.ly/4i3xngu
04/02/2025
📖 Congratulations to Dr Nadia Selim (Arabic Language and Cultures) on her published chapter in the UNESCO publication, 'Showcasing the role and legacy of the Arabic Language along the Silk Roads'! The volume highlights the Arabic language’s pivotal role in shaping the interconnected civilisations and fostering mutual understanding among diverse cultures: https://bit.ly/3EqLYEl
20/08/2024
"OLES2151: Experiencing the Arab World" applications open!!!
Are you ready for a memorable language and cultural immersion experience? This is the unit for you!
05/07/2024
30/05/2024
Dr Lucia Sorbera, Professor Yixu Lu and the Andalus choir at the SLC Awards night.
10/03/2024
A meaningful Sunday afternoon with the students of Arabic Languages and Cultures, learning about Palestinian history as narrated by Palestinian filmmakers and about what Palestine has to teach to the world. Thanks to the director of Palestinian Film Festival Australia, Naser Shakhtour, and Culture Media for organising this important festival and facilitating our participation today, to School of Languages and Cultures, University of Sydney for supporting today’s activity and to Prof Ronit Lentin for joining us! Learning is a long life journey that can transform not only our lives but the world, and we’d better do it together!
Unlock the doors to a new culture and enhance your future with our Arabic courses starting in 2024!
14/12/2023
Perhaps it's time to add Arabic to your study plans!
⚡️ Gain new language skills with our flexible pathway program! The Diploma of Language Studies allows you to learn a language (or more) and continue your language studies alongside or after your degree.
Open to current students and graduates of an undergraduate or combined degree from any eligible institution. Apply now to commence in Semester 1 or Semester 2: https://bit.ly/diplangstud
READ new issue of the magazine from the School of Languages and Cultures, University of Sydney, and meet Dr Nadia Selim. https://bit.ly/slcmag47
14/12/2023
University of Sydney Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences student Grace and her peers are learning Arabic while enjoying Amman and Jordanian culture! Are you ready for an unforgettable language and cultural experience? Learn about the "OLES2151: Experience the Arab World" unit offered by the School of Languages and Cultures, University of Sydney
24/10/2023
👏 our colleague Dr Nadia Selim & amazing colleagues from the School of Languages and Cultures, University of Sydney receive FASS teaching awards.
⭐️ Congratulations to our 2023 University of Sydney Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Teaching Award recipients, Dr Victoria Souliman, Dr Macarena Ortiz Jimenez, Dr Nadia Selim, Dr Carolyn Stott, Dr Matthew Stavros and Assoc Prof Christine Ji!
A wonderful recognition of their excellence, leadership and innovation in teaching 👏👏👏