110-414 Research Essay (Arabic)

Formerly available as 110-016. Students who have completed 110-016 are not eligible to enrol in this subject.

37.5 points at second/third year in Arabic or a related area, for further information contact the subject coordinator.

A research essay on a topic related to Arabic studies or Islamic studies. The essay may be written in English or in Arabic.

• acquire written communication skills through essay writing and seminar discussion;

• show attention to detail through essay preparation and writing;

• acquire time management and planning skills through managing and organising workloads for recommended reading, essay and assignment completion;

• acquire public speaking skills through tutorial and seminar discussion and class presentations;

• show critical thinking and analysis through recommended reading, essay writing and tutorial discussion, and by determining strength of an argument;

• be able to research through competent use of the library, and other information sources and the definition of areas of inquiry and methods of research;

• think in theoretical terms through lectures, tutorial discussions, essay writing and engagement in the methodologies of the humanities and social sciences.

A 4000 word essay for 3rd year, 5000 words for 4th year in English or in Arabic 100% (due at the end of semester).

Readings are selected in consultation with the student.