MA Arabic – Semester 2 Course Bundle (SGOU)

Master modern Arabic literature, research skills, and critical appreciation with this Semester 2 bundle covering short stories, novels, drama, poetry, and academic writing.

📖 Course Description:

The MA Arabic – Semester 2 Bundle brings together five core subjects that provide a comprehensive study of Arabic literature and research skills. This package introduces learners to the genres of short story, novel, drama, and modern poetry, while also equipping them with foundational skills in research and academic writing.

Students will explore the contributions of prominent Arab writers, poets, and dramatists, analyze selected texts, and understand the historical and cultural contexts that shaped modern Arabic literature. At the same time, they will learn practical research methods, citation styles, and writing formats, preparing them for advanced academic work and publication.

This bundle offers a holistic Semester 2 experience, ensuring students build both literary expertise and research competence.

📦 Courses Included in This Bundle

1. Modern Arabic Poetry (M23AR05DC)

• Development of modern Arabic poetry from the Renaissance to contemporary issues.

• Study of major poets such as Ahmed Shawqi, al-Zahawi, Mahmoud Darwish, and Adonis.

• Analysis of neoclassical, romantic, symbolic, and free verse traditions.

2. Arabic Short Stories (M23AR06DC)

• Development of Arabic short story as a genre.

• Study of Syro-Lebanese, Egyptian, and contemporary writers including Salim al-Bustani, Yusuf Idris, Jamal al-Ghitani, Saud Alsanousi.

• Critical reading of selected early and modern short stories.

3. Appreciating Arabic Novel (M23AR07DC)

• Origins of Arabic novel and its growth across time.

• Study of Muhammad Husayn Haykal, Naguib Mahfouz, and Taleb al-Refai.

• Analysis of realistic, autobiographical, Islamic, and Palestinian novels.

• Detailed reading of Al-Najdi by Taleb al-Refai.

4. Appreciating Arabic Drama (M23AR08DC)

• History of Arabic drama and its development in Egypt and beyond.

• Contributions of Tawfiq al-Hakim and modern dramatists like Sa‘adullah Wannus.

• Study of poetic drama, prose drama, and colloquial plays.

• Detailed reading of Rihlat Hanzala by Sa‘adullah Wannus.

5. Foundational Skills for Research and Writing (M21AR02AC)

• Fundamentals of research design and writing.

• Literature review, bibliographic sources, and identifying research gaps.

• Writing formats: synopsis, abstracts, theses, and research papers.

• Citation styles, plagiarism awareness, research ethics, and publication procedures.

🎯 Learning Outcomes (Across the Bundle)

By completing this bundle, students will:

1. Develop a strong understanding of modern Arabic literary genres.

2. Critically analyze poetry, short stories, novels, and drama in cultural context.

3. Recognize the contributions of major Arab writers and thinkers.

4. Gain practical research and writing skills for academic success.

5. Apply citation styles, research ethics, and publication standards in their work.

6. Build both literary expertise and academic competence as postgraduate learners.