Arabic and International Development | Bachelor's degree | Languages | On Campus | 4 years | University of Leeds | United Kingdom

Arabic is a vital language for understanding societies in the Middle East and the Islamic world. If you've never studied the language before, this degree will allow you to learn the language from scratch while gaining an insight into Islamic thought, Arabic culture and Middle Eastern History. A combination of core and optional modules will give you a firm grounding in the language and Arab and Islamic History while you study the topics that suit your interests. International Development gives you an insight into the challenges of global development, how people perceive their causes and the ways in which different actors respond to them. Core modules introduce you to key issues such as the impact of colonialism and how different agencies contribute to development. You'll also choose from optional and discovery modules that allow you to pursue your own interests. It's a fascinating introduction to major world issues as they are seen in the Global South.