Bachelor’s in Persian Language
Faculty of Languages, Sana’a University
Persian Language Program
General Information about the Program
1 | Program Title | Persian Language (Bachelor’s) |
2 | Levels of Award/ Final Award (Certificate) | Bachelor’s Degree |
3 | Total Credit Hours Required for Program Completion (Academic Degree) | 137 Credit Hours |
4 | Awarding Body/ Institution: | Faculty of Languages |
5 | Place of Study | Faculty of Languages |
6 | Teaching Institution/ Responsible Department | Department of Persian |
7 | Duration of the Program | Four years of study (eight semesters) |
8 | Study System | Semesters |
10 | Medium of Instruction | |
11 | Other departments involved in teaching the program | Departments of Persian, Arabic, English; University Requirement Unit; and Faculties of Education, Commerce, and Computer Science. |
12 | Program Coordinator/ Head of Department | Dr. Yahya Obaid Saleh Obaid |
13 | Date of Program Specification/
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Program Aims
- Providing students with foundational concepts in Persian language, equipping them with skills in teaching and translating in both directions, and applying scientific methods for problem diagnosis and solution.
- Empowering students to express issues in Persian, practice scientific reasoning skills, and adopt a logical and critical approach in addressing issues.
- Equipping students with foundational principles in translation, language instruction, and research methods.
- Facilitating students’ development of professional skills, fostering self-confidence, promoting respect for diverse individuals, cultures, and backgrounds, and cultivating the capacity to work independently or collaboratively.
- Enabling students to master good communication skills, use computers, and apply modern tools and techniques to improve professional performance.
Program Mission
To produce well-qualified graduates in the Persian language who are adept at utilizing modern communication methods and executing assigned tasks that address diverse community needs across various language domains, including translation.
Graduate Attributes:
A graduate holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Persian Language from the Faculty of Languages should demonstrate the following attributes:
1. Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking Persian..
2. Able to differentiate between fundamental concepts in language, literature, and translation studies.
3. Able to use all four Persian language skills across diverse professional contexts..
4. Capable to analyze and critique texts in an academic and professional manner.
5. Able to communicate skillfully in both written and verbal forms.
6. Able to translate various types of texts (political, scientific, economic, etc.) accurately, faithfully, and conscientiously.
7. Proficient in producing innovative and scholarly research papers, adhering to the principles of academic honesty and research integrity.
8. Capable to apply and employ specialized knowledge in professional practice within relevant fields.
9. Proficient in using computers and technological applications to remain abreast of modern scientific and technical developments in language-related fields and applications.
10. Able to engage positively with diverse cultures while upholding religious, cultural, and social values.
11. Ready to assume ethical, academic, and professional responsibilities within their area of specialization.
12. Able to use language knowledge for the holistic development of society.
13. Able to compete effectively at regional and local levels in relevant domains.
14. Committed to self-education and continuous learning throughout life.
Program Study Plan
First Semester | |||||||
Courses | Course Type | Credit Hours | Responsible Department | ||||
Code/ No. | University/ Faculty Requirement; Core/ Major | Theoretical | Seminar | Practical | Training | Department of Persian | |
UR11 | University Requirement | 3 | University Requirement Unit | ||||
UR12 | University Requirement | 2 | University Requirement Unit | ||||
UR13 | University Requirement | 3 | Department of Arabic | ||||
UR14 | University Requirement | 3 | Department of English | ||||
DR15 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR16 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR17 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
Total | 20 | ||||||
Second Semester | |||||||
Courses | Course Type | Credit Hours | Responsible Department | ||||
UR21 | University Requirement | 3 | Department of Arabic | ||||
UR22 | University Requirement | 3 | Department of English | ||||
UR23 | University Requirement | 2 | University Requirement Unit | ||||
DR24 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR25 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR26 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR27 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
Total | 20 | ||||||
Third Semester | |||||||
Courses | Course Type | Credit Hours | Responsible Department | ||||
Code/ No. | University/ Faculty Requirement; Core/ Major | Theoretical | Seminar | Practical | Training | Department of Persian | |
FR31 | University Requirement | 3 | Faculty of Computer and Information Technology | ||||
FR32 | Faculty Requirement | 2 | Faculty of Education | ||||
DR33 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR34 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR35 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR36 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
Total | 17 | ||||||
Fourth Semester | |||||||
Courses | Course Type | Credit Hours | Responsible Department | ||||
FR41 | Faculty Requirement | 2 | Faculty of Education | ||||
DR42 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR43 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR44 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR45 | Core | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR46 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
Total | 17 | ||||||
Fifth Semester | |||||||
Courses | Course Type | Credit Hours | Responsible Department | ||||
Code/ No. | University/ Faculty Requirement; Core/ Major | Theoretical | Seminar | Practical | Training | Department of Persian | |
DR51 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR52 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR53 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR54 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR55 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
Total | 15 | ||||||
Sixth Semester | |||||||
Courses | Course Type | Credit Hours | Responsible Department | ||||
Code/ No. | University/ Faculty Requirement; Core/ Major | Theoretical | Seminar | Practical | Training | Department of Persian | |
DR61 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR62 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR63 | Faculty Requirement | 3 | Faculty of Education | ||||
DR64 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR65 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
Total | 15 | ||||||
Seventh Semester | |||||||
Courses | Course Type | Credit Hours | Responsible Department | ||||
Code/ No. | University/ Faculty Requirement; Core/ Major | Theoretical | Seminar | Practical | Training | Department of Persian | |
DR71 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR72 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR73 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR74 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
FR75 | Faculty Requirement | 2 | Faculty of Commerce and Economics | ||||
Total | 14 | ||||||
Eighth Semester | |||||||
Courses | Course Type | Credit Hours | Responsible Department | ||||
Code/ No. | University/ Faculty Requirement; Core/ Major | Theoretical | Seminar | Practical | Training | Department of Persian | |
DR81 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR82 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR83 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR84 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
DR85 | Major | 3 | Department of Persian | ||||
Total | 15 | ||||||