Arabic and Spanish, MA (Hons)

Arabic and Spanish, two of the world's most widely spoken languages, form an outstanding joint honours programme, with centuries of cultural interaction evident in Islamic Spain and beyond. Arabic serves as the primary language for over 350 million people across a vast region from the Atlantic to the Persian Gulf; it ranks as the sixth most spoken language globally and is an official United Nations language. Studying Arabic opens access to the rich intellectual heritage of Islam and the histories, societies, and politics of the Middle East, requiring no prior knowledge.At the University of Edinburgh, Spanish studies immerse students in a diverse array of global literature, film, poetry, and theatre within historical contexts, while developing skills in language varieties and intercultural competencies. Celebrating its centenary in 2019, the programme features expert-led courses on Spain, Latin America, and the Caribbean. This four-year joint honours degree builds language proficiency, includes a full year abroad for immersion, and offers flexible course options to enhance employability through specialist skills and global cultural understanding.