MA (Hons) Arabic and French in Edinburgh United Kingdom | The University of Edinburgh

Arabic and French form a natural pairing, with their linguistic and cultural exchange spanning centuries and persisting today. This mutual influence appears in modern European and North African cinema and music, just as it did in medieval Chansons de Gestes. Spoken by over 250 million people across a vast region from the Atlantic to the Persian Gulf, Arabic serves as a gateway to a diverse and captivating area while offering insight into Islam's rich intellectual traditions. Approximately 100 million people primarily speak French, with widespread usage in North America, North and West Africa, the Caribbean, Belgium, and France. The University of Edinburgh's School of Literatures, Languages & Cultures is a globally recognized leader in Arabic, Islamic, and Middle Eastern studies. Those pursuing Arabic and French studies will gain from our extensive resources and outstanding teaching and research reputation. A year abroad studying both languages offers full immersion in each.