About the Department of Arabic

The Department of Arabic started its journey in 1921. In the beginning, it was named Department of Arabic and Islamic Studies. In 1980 the Department of Arabic became a separate department. Samsul Olama Abu Nasr Wahid was the first Head of the Department. Dr. S. M. Hussain, a former student and teacher of this department was the first Vice-Chancellor from the alumni of the University of Dhaka. The Department offers a four-year B.A. Honours, a one-year M.A., a two-year M....

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Dr. Md. Mizanur Rahman
Dr. Md. Mizanur Rahman Chairman, Department of Arabic

The Department of Arabic is one of the most ancient departments at the University of Dhaka. It has a very rich historical background dating back to 1921. This Department commenced its journey with 4 distinguished teachers at the inception of the University of Dhaka. In past, this Department was joint ...

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