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Arabic Language and the Middle East
Undergraduate CertificateThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Arabic is the sixth most frequently spoken language in the world and one of the most sought-after languages in the U.S. government and military. A foreign language area studies certificate in Arabic and the Middle East will demonstrate your value to employers in both the civilian and military sectors.
Program Highlights
- Develop competencies and familiarity with the basic Arabic language
- Gain knowledge of Arabic and Middle Eastern traditions, customs, history, and culture
- Understand how to function appropriately and effectively in the Middle East
- Obtain a foundation in cultural or political knowledge of the region
Required Courses
Four Required Courses:
- (3 Credits, ARAB 111)
- (3 Credits, ARAB 112)
- (3 Credits, ARAB 114)
- (3 Credits, ARAB 115)
Two Supporting Electives:
Choose from related courses in Arabic and the Middle East culture, history, language, literature, or government and politics
Some examples follow:
- Any ARAB course(s)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 392)
- (3 Credits, HIST 392)
Note: This information is for students who enroll in the 2025-2026 academic year. For prior year requirements for this program or to review UMGC's complete program requirements for a specific academic year, visit our program catalog archive
Career Preparation
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
18
Transfer Credits
9
Format
- All courses are available online
- Select on-site and hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Foreign Language
Associate of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Within the overall outcomes of the AA degree in General Studies, the focused elective area in foreign language area studies will help you develop intermediate foreign language skills and related cultural knowledge in a variety of personal and professional settings.
If you have previous experience in the foreign language you wish to study, contact your academic advisor or languages@umgc.edu about a placement test.
Program Highlights
Required Courses
Total Credits Required: 60
- Curriculum Area Courses: 25
- General Education Courses: 35
Courses in the Curriculum Area (25 Credits)
- One 3-credit course in communication, writing, or speech, chosen from the following:
- (3 Credits, ENGL 102)
- (3 Credits, ENGL 281)
- (3 Credits, JOUR 201)
- Any 3-credit COMM or SPCH courses
- Any 3-credit WRTG courses (except 486A and 486B)
- One 1-credit course, chosen from the following:
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198A)
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198B)
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198C)
- (1 Credit, BMGT 121A)
- (1 Credit, BMGT 121B)
- Any 1-credit course
- Suggested Focus Elective Area Courses:
- Language core courses (12 credits)—Sequential courses in a single language, usually numbered 111–112 and 114–115 (or 211–212) (Specific course sequences for each language follow)
- Related area studies courses (9 credits)—Any courses in the culture, history, language, literature, or government and politics of the area (see specific courses for each language area)
- Please note: If you select to follow one of the suggested focused elective areas, any transfer credit you have earned that does not transfer as a general education requirement will be used in the focused elective area thus possibly reducing the number of specific focused courses that will be available for your degree plan. Please contact your academic advisor for additional information.
Arabic
Core Courses (12 credits)
- (3 Credits, ARAB 111)
- (3 Credits, ARAB 112)
- (3 Credits, ARAB 114)
- (3 Credits, ARAB 115)
Related Area Studies Courses (9 credits)
- Choose from:
- (3 Credits, ARAB 333)
- Any ARAB course and any courses in Arabic and Middle Eastern culture, history, language, literature, or government and politics (Contact your academic advisor for additional courses)
German
Core Courses (12 credits)
- (3 Credits, GERM 111)
- (3 Credits, GERM 112)
- (3 Credits, GERM 211)
- (3 Credits, GERM 212)
Related Area Studies Courses (9 credits)
- Choose from:
- (3 Credits, GERM 311)
- (3 Credits, GERM 312)
- (3 Credits, GERM 314)
- (3 Credits, GERM 333)
- (3 Credits, HIST 141)
- (3 Credits, HIST 142)
- (1 - 3 Credits, HIST 217)J
- Any courses in German culture, history, language, literature, or government and politics (Contact your academic advisor for additional courses)
Italian
Core Courses(12 credits)
- (3 Credits, ITAL 111)
- (3 Credits, ITAL 112)
- (3 Credits, ITAL 211)
- (3 Credits, ITAL 212)
Related Area Studies Courses (9 credits)
- Choose from:
- (3 Credits, HIST 141)
- (3 Credits, HIST 142)
- (3 Credits, HIST 321)
- (3 Credits, HIST 337)
- Any courses in Italian culture, history, language, literature, or government and politics (Contact your academic advisor for additional courses)
Spanish
Core Courses (12 credits)
- (3 Credits, SPAN 111)
- (3 Credits, SPAN 112)
- (3 Credits, SPAN 211)
- (3 Credits, SPAN 212)
Related Area Studies Courses (12 credits)
- Choose from:
- (3 Credits, HIST 141)
- (3 Credits, HIST 142)
- (3 Credits, HIST 337)
- Any courses in Spanish culture, history, language, literature, or government and politics (contact your academic advisor for additional courses)
Career Preparation
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
60
Transfer Credits
Up to 45
Format
- All courses are available online
- Select on-site and hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Humanities
Bachelor of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Build a solid base of foundational knowledge and skills with an online bachelor’s degree in humanities from University of Maryland Global Campus. In this degree program you’ll learn career-relevant skills in critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and cultural awareness, which will help increase your marketability. Plus, our experienced faculty members bring their practical expertise to the classroom to help you expand your knowledge base. With our convenient online courses, you can earn your online bachelor’s degree in humanities at UMGC on your own time. You could also save time and money with our generous transfer credit policy. Why wait? Take the first step towards your bachelor’s degree in humanities and apply today!
Program Highlights
- Integrate theory: Integrate theories, methods, and concepts from multiple humanities disciplines, such as philosophy, history, art, literature, music, and religious studies.
- Evaluate arguments: Evaluate the adequacy and justifiability of propositions, theories, assumptions and arguments.
- Communicate effectively: Communicate the results of critical reflection into personal positions on social, cultural, and ethical issues.
- Apply ethics: Apply sound ethical reasoning in contemporary contexts.
- Develop understanding: Develop cultural understanding by exploring the cultural heritage of sites, events, people, and communities.
Required Courses
- (3 Credits, HUMN 100)
- (3 Credits, PHIL 100)
- (3 Credits, PHIL 140)
- (3 Credits, HIST 115), (3 Credits, HIST 116), (3 Credits, HIST 141), or (3 Credits, HIST 142)
- (3 Credits, MUSC 210) or any MUSC course
- (3 Credits, ARTH 372) or any upper-level ARTH course
- (3 Credits, PHIL 304) or any upper-level PHIL course
- (3 Credits, HUMN 351) or any upper-level HUMN course
- (3 Credits, PHIL 349) or any upper-level PHIL course
- (3 Credits, ENGL 406) or any upper-level ENGL course
- (3 Credits, HUMN 495)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help you develop in-depth knowledge and skills to pursue careers in education, publishing, journalism, advertising, social work, sales, law, management, human resources, and insurance. Potential job titles within specific humanities careers include non-profit organization administrator, public or private school educator, administrator for a local or community government organization, and editor or copywriter in a media organization.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.