Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali

What you'll study

The programme is delivered in Arabic and awards a BA in Arabic Language and Translation after four years of full-time study. The course title and medium indicate a curriculum centred on Arabic language proficiency and translation practice; specific module lists are not provided on the source page.

Entry requirements

• Typical local offer: Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Ugama Brunei (STPUB) passed with average grade 'Jayyid'.
• Typical international offer: International Arabic Language Testing System (IALTS) score of at least Band 6.0, or passing the university's Arabic Placement Test (APT).
• Applicants must meet UNISSA general undergraduate entry rules: only recognised qualifications are accepted; A-levels/STPUB or equivalents should be obtained in no more than three sittings and within three years of the last exam; applicants may be required to attend interviews and undergo medical fitness checks.
• Additional baseline requirements on the source page include passing the Primary School Religious Certificate (or equivalent) and, where applicable, al-Qur’an recitation tests conducted by the university.

Career prospects

Graduates can reasonably expect to pursue careers that rely on advanced Arabic language skills and translation capability, such as translation and interpretation services, education and teaching in Arabic-medium contexts, roles in government or religious institutions, and positions with NGOs or international organisations engaging with Arabic-speaking communities. The programme's Arabic-medium instruction and language-placement criteria signal preparation for professional language use.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The programme page lists a total tuition fee of BND $12,000 for the four-year bachelor degree. Prospective applicants should apply locally through HECAS or, if international, via UNISSA's online application portal. For scholarship or funding options, contact the Faculty of Arabic Language (Dr Achmad Yani: achmad.yani@unissa.edu.bn / UNISSAFBA2022@gmail.com or +673 2462000 Ext 232) and consult the university's admissions or finance offices for current support schemes.