Arabic studies can consist of any combination of academic areas, such as culture, geography, politics, history. Programs might also center on any other aspect as it relates to Arabic countries and the people who reside in or originate from them.

The Middle East boasts a uniquely diverse population filled with a myriad of political, cultural and religious identities. In this setting, students have the opportunity to learn first hand about historic cultures and empires based in the region.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.