The microcredential in beginning Arabic consists of six required credit hours offered at Saint Louis University-Madrid only. Satisfactory completion of the required courses allows the student to develop the skills to conduct beginning-level communication in Arabic through the acquisition of appropriate vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, listening comprehension, speaking capabilities, and an introduction to Arabic-speaking culture.
The microcredential in beginning Arabic aligns itself with similar programs both at SLU-Madrid, and in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures in St. Louis, in that it is designed to help students gain a broader understanding of themselves, as well as the languages and cultures of others.
Admission Requirements
For current, active Saint Louis University students wishing to declare a microcredential, complete the Update for Student Curriculum Record form.
For non-Saint Louis University students, click here to apply as a Visiting/Non-Degree Seeking Student.
Note: Many undergraduate courses at SLU fulfill requirements of multiple programs simultaneously. For details, click here.
Course List | Code | Title | Credits |
| AR 1010 | Communicating in Arabic I | 3 |
| AR 1020 | Communicating in Arabic II | 3 |
| Total Credits | 6 |
Continuation Standards
Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in each required course. Students who do not achieve the "C" or better grade in a required course will be expected to repeat the course in an attempt to achieve the "C" or better grade. Students may repeat a required course one time. Failure to achieve the "C" or better grade after one repeat attempt will have the student dismissed from the microcredential in Beginning Arabic.