Arabiya Academy

SGOU

Appreciation of Modern Arabic Poetry – B21AR03DC

Core Course | Semester 3 – BA Arabic Language & Literature (SGOU) Appreciation of Modern Arabic Poetry is a core course designed to introduce learners to the major poetic movements of the modern Arab world—Neo-classicism, Romanticism, Realism, Modernism, and Postmodernism. Students explore selected poems from prominent Arab poets, understand the evolution of Arabic poetic styles, and analyze the themes, imagery, rhythm, and ideas embedded in modern poetic texts.This course helps learners appreciate the richness of Arabic literary creativity and understand how poetry responds to cultural, political, social, and emotional transformations of the modern era. Through guided readings and analytical practice, the course builds strong literary appreciation skills and introduces learners to key concepts such as modernism (الحداثة), contemporary poetry (الشعر المعاصر), romantic sensibilities, and realistic expression.

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Elements of Arabic Language – B23AU01DC

Discipline Core Course | Semester 1 – BA Afzal Ul Ulama (SGOU) Elements of Arabic Language is a foundational discipline core course designed to introduce learners to the essential structures, patterns, and rules of Arabic grammar.This course strengthens the student’s ability to use Arabic accurately in reading, writing, and speaking by focusing on syntax (النحو), morphology (الصرف), and sentence structure (التركيب). Through systematic exposure to grammatical patterns, detailed analysis of word functions, and extensive reading exercises, learners gain mastery over the core components of Modern Standard Arabic.The course is ideal for beginners and essential for all BA Afzal-ul-Ulama students who aim to develop strong linguistic competence.

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Humanism and Logic – B21H01SC, SEM 3

Humanism and Logic is a foundational skill-based course designed to develop learners’ reasoning abilities, analytical thinking, and humanistic understanding of the world.The course introduces the science of reasoning—logic—and explores its role in language, culture, ethics, science, literature, and social life. Alongside logical training, students engage with core humanistic ideas such as compassion, equality, nonviolence, fraternity, empathy, and global coexistence. Through stories, philosophical concepts, and cross-cultural texts, learners gain a balanced view of rationality and human values, helping them become thoughtful, logical, and compassionate individuals. This course is compulsory for UG students pursuing UG Courses like B.A. Afzal-ul-Ulama and BA Arabic at SGOU.

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Literature and the Contemporary World – B1EGC01LC

UG Common Course | Semester 3 | Sreenarayanaguru Open University Literature and the Contemporary World introduces learners to some of the most urgent global issues of the 21st century through powerful literary texts, speeches, poems, and essays.This course helps students understand how literature responds to—and shapes—major contemporary concerns such as climate change, technology, gender, human rights, ethics, and globalization. By engaging with authors from diverse cultures and backgrounds, learners explore the relationship between language, culture, society, and global change. The course is designed to strengthen critical thinking, communication skills, and cultural awareness—essential competencies for all undergraduate students. This is a compulsory UG Common Course for Semester 3 learners across all disciplines at SGOU.

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Commercial and Business Arabic – B21AR01SE, SEM 3

Commercial and Business Arabic is a highly practical skill-enhancement course designed to equip learners with the essential communication skills required in modern business, corporate, and international work environments.This course focuses on real-world applications of Arabic for commerce—such as writing business letters, preparing job applications, understanding travel and labour documents, and using workplace-specific terminology.Students will also gain the ability to read, interpret, and translate essential documents used in business, trade, travel, and employment sectors, making them better prepared for global job markets, especially in Gulf and Middle Eastern countries. This course is ideal for learners who want to improve their employability, enhance Arabic communication skills, and gain confidence in handling professional documents.

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Classical Arabic Literature – B23AU03DC

Classical Arabic Literature (B23AU03DC) is a comprehensive course designed for undergraduate students who wish to explore the richness of classical Arabic literary heritage. This course provides a deep understanding of Qur’anic literature, Hadith literature, Fiqh studies, Uṣūl al-Fiqh, and the major prose and poetry traditions of the Pre-Islamic, Islamic, and Umayyad periods.Learners will study selected classical texts, analyze literary styles, understand historical contexts, and appreciate the contributions of eminent poets and scholars.This course is ideal for students pursuing Arabic language, Islamic studies, literary studies, or anyone wishing to deepen their mastery of classical Arabic sources.

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Basic Structure of Arabic – Course 01 (B21AR01DC)

This course introduces students to the basic structures of the Arabic language, focusing on syntax, morphology, and parsing (i‘rab). Learners will study how sentences are formed and expanded, explore the main components of nominal and verbal sentences, and understand complementary parts of sentence structure. The syllabus covers sentence construction (jumla ismiyya and jumla fi‘liyya), grammatical particles (kāna, inna), verb conjugations (taṣrīf al-af‘āl), and principles of i‘rab (al-mabnī wal-mu‘rab, al-i‘rab al-far‘ī). The course also integrates practice sheets for applied grammar drills, ensuring that learners gain both theoretical understanding and practical application. By the end of this course, students will be able to construct grammatically accurate Arabic sentences, recognize the four domains of Arabic grammar, and confidently express ideas in both written and spoken Arabic.

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History of Indian National Movement I (B1IHS21AN)

This course introduces students to the history of the Indian National Movement from the early stages of European colonization to the beginning of the Gandhian era. It critically examines the role of European trading companies in establishing colonial rule, the economic and social impact of British policies, and the resistance movements that shaped India’s path to independence. Students will study key developments including the Revolt of 1857, land settlement policies, the rise of social reform and anti-caste movements, and the formation of the Indian National Congress. The course also covers the early phases of nationalism, from moderate politics to militant nationalism, the Partition of Bengal, and the impact of World War I on India’s freedom struggle. By the end of this course, learners will gain a deeper understanding of the inner dynamics of India’s anti-colonial movement, the role of reformers and leaders, and the foundation that shaped modern India as a nation.

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