BA (Hons) Arabic and English at University of Westminster

Programme overview

Combines the study of Arabic with English, developing proficiency in Arabic alongside linguistic, literary and cultural studies of both languages. The Arabic course is designed for beginner or false-beginner entrants.

Duration: 3 years (4 with a year abroad) | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Shared modules include Introduction to the Study of Language and Culture, The Arab World and the Word and Expressions of Arabic Culture, alongside English modules such as Introducing English Language, History of the English Language, Romanticisms, The Victorian World and Spoken Discourse Analysis, and a Final Year Project.

Career pathways

Prepares students to become competent linguists and communicators for graduate employment; a year studying, working or volunteering abroad is available.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: A levels CCC (96 UCAS Tariff points); T levels 96 UCAS Tariff points; International Baccalaureate 96 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme (IB Career-related Programme considered case by case); BTEC Extended Diploma MMM; BTEC Diploma DD; Access course 96 UCAS Tariff points. Applicants should ideally show evidence of successful language learning in the personal statement; the course is designed for beginner or false-beginner Arabic entrants and applicants may be tested to determine their entry point. English language for applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component. Direct entry to Year 2 (or Year 3 for some courses) is possible for applicants with comparable completed credits, applying through UCAS at the relevant point of entry.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Per academic year. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,000 a year (2027/28). Per academic year. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 or 4 years full-time / 5 years part-time

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