The University of Jordan (UJ) announced the launch of an Arabic Language Diploma Program, comprising 24 credit hours. The program allows students to enroll in four courses per semester, each worth three credit hours, enabling them to complete the diploma within one academic year.
The program, introduced in response to labor market needs, recognizes the pivotal role of the Arabic language in media institutions. Proficiency in grammar and correct linguistic usage is a cornerstone of journalistic writing and media production across print, broadcast, and digital platforms.
The diploma also enhances the qualifications of professionals working in religious and Islamic institutions, including the Ministry of Awqaf and Sharia bodies, where linguistic accuracy and clarity of expression are fundamental to their work.
UJ President Prof. Nathir Obeidat affirmed that the university remains committed to its national and academic mission of serving the community and advancing higher education.
“The Arabic language represents the identity of the nation and the hallmark of its civilization. Launching this program reflects the University of Jordan’s pioneering role in strengthening the status of the Arabic language and linking it to the needs of the present time and the labor market,” he said.
For his part, Dean of the School of Arts, Prof. Mohammad Qudah, stated that the school is committed to offering distinctive programs that cater to the needs of society and its institutions, emphasizing that the diploma constitutes an academic and cultural resource that supports the fields of media, religious institutions, and official sectors that depend on sound Arabic discourse.
In the same context, Head of the Department of Arabic Language at the School of Arts, Prof. Moath Al-Zoubi, explained that the program opens new horizons for students and individuals interested in the Arabic language, adding that it provides a practical opportunity to refine linguistic skills and enhance competencies in writing, editing, and institutional communication.