Bhopal has remained a renowned centre of Arabic for the last 200 years. Siddique Hasan Khan, a dignified personality
of Arabic and religious literature, was an inspiring great scholar of India. He authored more than 100 books in Arabic,
many of which are included in the syllabus of universities across the Arabic world.
Another famous scholar and teacher was Husain Bin Mohsin Ansari. People from all parts of the Indian subcontinent came
to Bhopal to seek his patronage and guidance.
The facility of teaching and guidance is available only in B.V.V. at Bhopal. There is no other university in M.P.
providing this facility. Arabic is the official language of 22 countries, out of which 18 are among the richest nations.
They have deep and close relations with our country.
The department is acknowledged as the main Indian centre for research on Arabic Language, Literature, and Culture, and
benefits from an outstanding library collection. Well-qualified students with appropriate research topics may be admitted
for a Ph.D. degree under individual supervision. There is a great demand to start certificate and diploma courses in modern
Arabic, as it is needed by the people of Bhopal. People with these qualifications can obtain better jobs in Arabian
countries. The duration of such courses will be one year, and they will run under the self-finance scheme. The above
mentioned courses are in the process of approval.
Unique Features of the Course
This programme is aimed at students with proficiency in Arabic gained through a university degree or other ascertainable
means. It is designed to cater to non-native speakers of the language. Students will have the opportunity to broaden and
deepen their knowledge of Arabic language, literature, and culture through a complement of modules with a clear modern
focus, while also maintaining continuity between modernity and tradition. Another important feature of the course is
Spoken Arabic. We have excellent practice in this field with eminent teachers capable of this task.
Course of Study
| M.A. Arabic |
| Seats |
10 |
| Duration |
2 Years |
| Eligibility |
Graduation with II Division |
| Fee |
As per university fee structure |
Course Outline
Semester I: Quranic and Hadisi Literature, Classical and Modern Poetry, Short Stories, Essay, Translation, Composition, and Grammar.
Semester II: Classical and Modern Prose, Classical and Modern Poetry, Short Stories, Essay, Translation, Composition, and Grammar.
Semester III: History of Ancient Arabic Literature, Classical and Modern Prose, Poetry and Criticism, Dissertation or Essay.
Semester IV: History of Modern Arabic Literature, Classical and Modern Prose, Poetry and Criticism, Dissertation.
Students with a minimum of 60% marks in M.A. Previous may opt for a dissertation.
| M.Phil in Arabic |
| Seats |
5 |
| Duration |
One Year |
| Eligibility |
M.A. Arabic with 55% marks in M.A. Arabic and 50% marks in S.S. & B.A. |
| Fee |
2000/- |
Course Outline
The syllabus of the above will be as follows, subject to revision by the Board of Studies in Arabic.
Research Methodology, Dissertation and Viva-Voce, Study of one of the following branches of Arabic Literature:
Arabic Prose, Arabic Poetry, History of Arabic Literature, Management, Drama, Novel, Short Story.
Study of the impact of Arabic Literature on Persian or Urdu.
| Diploma Course in Modern Arabic Language |
| Seats |
20 + 5 NRI (SF) |
| Duration |
One Year |
| Eligibility |
Bachelor Degree or Certificate course in Arabic Language |
| Fee |
Rs.1000/- (NRI Rs.10,000/-) |
Course Outline
Arabic text, Arabic grammar, Oral examination, Dictation, Comprehension.
| Certificate Course in Modern Arabic Language |
| Seats |
20 + 5 NRI (SF) |
| Duration |
Six Months |
| Eligibility |
10+2 SSS Exam Pass |
| Fee |
Rs.500/- (NRI Rs.5000/-) |
Course Outline
Teaching of Arabic, Practical Examination of Spoken Skills, Dictation of Arabic text.