The Bachelor of Science in Arabic (BS Arabic) is a course focused on preparing a student with in-depth knowledge of the Arabic language, literature and the Arabic culture. This program has gained popularity among Pakistan students due to the fact that Arabic is one of the most spoken languages in the entire world and has enormous religious, historical and cultural importance. The degree is four year-old and it specialises in contemporary Arabic use, classical works and real world communication activities. The students also gain knowledge on Arab history, Islamic scholarship and comparative linguistics. The students who graduate through the program are ready to work in various career choices in education and translation, as well as international relations and research.
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Minimum 50% marks in intermediate are required to get admission in BS Arabic degree program.
Most public universities start admissions in September and October. International Islamic university Islamabad starts admission in July.
Merit of BS Arabic degree program is calculated with the university given merit formula:
Public universities take admissions on purely merit basis. Every year merit of this program varies. Typically it starts from 75% and end at 65% in most public universities. And at the end at roundabout 60% in private universities as well.
To get admission in BS Arabic some public universities conduct an entrance exam for admission. To pass the test it is compulsory to get 50 marks out of 100 marks.
BS Arabic degree program consists of 132 to 135 credit hours in which 60% weightage is assigned to major subjects and 40% is assigned to the general subjects. Duration of the BS degree program is 4 years with 8 regular semesters qualifying with minimum CGPA 2.00/4.00.
Ans: To apply, they need to have finished Intermediate (FA, FSc, ICS, ICom) or equivalent with 45-50% marks.
Ans: The majority of universities accept on open merit, although departmental tests or interviews can be used to evaluate the basic Arabic knowledge of the applicants.
Ans: The Fall semester is generally announced between July and September with some universities also admitting in January/February.
Ans: The best options are International Islamic University Islamabad, Punjab University Lahore, University of Karachi and GCU Lahore.
Ans: Yes, the students of all Intermediate backgrounds (Arts, Science, Commerce, ICS) are also welcome as long as they satisfy the merit and minimum marks requirement.