Graduate Certificate of Arab Studies
The Certificate of Arab Studies provides a regional focus through the study of the language, history and institutions of the Arab world within the framework of your discipline.
This will help you whether you’re planning for a career specialty or just looking to deepen your regional knowledge. Please contact Dharini Parthasarathy, Assistant Director of Academic Programs, at dp1055@georgetown.edu with any questions about this certificate.
Eligibility
To enroll in this certificate program, you must be either a current master’s or Ph.D. student at Georgetown University.
Certificate requirements
Current master’s candidates must take 15 credits to earn this certificate including:
- Either ARST 5500: Constructing the Modern MENA OR ARST 5501: Introduction to the Study of the Arab World
- Two Arab Studies electives (any course with an ARST prefix)
- Two free electives focused on the Arab world
Current Ph.D. candidates must take 21 credits to earn this certificate including:
- Either ARST 5500: Constructing the Modern MENA or ARST 5501: Introduction to the Study of the Arab World
- Three Arab Studies electives (courses with an ARST prefix)
- Three free electives focused on the Arab World
Arabic proficiency
You must also demonstrate Arabic proficiency by:
- Completing four semesters of Arabic language study (or show evidence of being a native speaker/reader/writer)
- Taking an Arabic Placement Exam and testing into Advanced Arabic (ARAB 2216 or higher)
- Completing an oral proficiency interview with a minimum rating of advanced-mid
Please note that Arabic language courses and testing are administered by Georgetown’s Department of Arabic and Islamic Studies, not the Center for Contemporary Arab Studies. You are responsible for making your own arrangements to register for Arabic classes or take a proficiency exam.
How to apply
To apply for the Graduate Certificate of Arab Studies, you must complete and submit the certificate’s online application.
For additional information about the Graduate Certificate of Arab Studies, please contact Dharini Parthasarathy, assistant director of academic programs, at dp1055@georgetown.edu.