“I truly love the Arabic language” – students on studying Arabic at Stockholm University

In a recent article in Dagens Nyheter, students from Stockholm University share their motivations for studying Arabic – from reconnecting with their heritage to broadening future opportunities.

William Saliba initially planned to study Arabic for just one term while waiting to begin his teacher training programme. But the language quickly captured his interest. Today, he is pursuing both studies in parallel.

“Arabic is such a rich language. The way you express yourself is unique – it can’t be captured in Swedish or English,” he says in the interview with Dagens Nyheter.

At Stockholm University, Arabic studies offer not only linguistic skills but also insights into literature, history, and contemporary issues in the Arab world.

The article in Dagens Nyheter is available in Swedish:
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