Short Term Immersive Arabic Programs: Whether it’s for work, study, travel, love or family relatives, many people want to learn Palestinian Arabic, Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), or Levantine Colloquial Arabic. There’s plenty of ways to do this, of course, but one of the best ways to improve your Arabic language level rapidly over a short period of time is with an immersive Arabic course. In this handy guide we will tell you all your need to know about how and where you can take a short term immersive Arabic course.

Where can I take a short term immersive Arabic course?

First of all, we should say that if you are not from the Middle East, it is perfectly possible to take a short term immersive Arabic course in your home country. The Arab diaspora is such that most major cities have Arab populations including tutors who will be more than willing to teach you Arabic. However, we would recommend actually coming to the Middle East to learn the language so that you can improve your level that much quicker with the immersion experience.

Where you go depends on your priorities – if you want to learn Levantine dialect (Shami Arabic), then you should take a course in Lebanon or Palestine or Jordan, but if you want to learn the Khaliji dialect, then you should head to the Gulf States. Modern Standard Arabic is taught everywhere and you can usually combine it with a dialect.

Who should I take an Arabic course with?

As mentioned, taking an Arabic class with an individual tutor is a perfectly valid strategy, but more often the better choice is to do with it a professional, accredited language school, training centre or university that offers classes.

You can usually be confident in their teaching and they will have a better network for introducing you to other students or Arabic speakers who you can befriend and practise with later on, once you have finished your course.

Why is the immersion factor so important?

The fast way to rapidly improve your language level is not by your classroom learning, but by your exposure to the target language. An English speaker living in London for example, will learn Arabic much more slowly than an English speaker living in Lebanon (all other things being equally because she will have far fewer opportunities to encounter used language naturally and organically.

This is a key part of language learning as you find out about the language which the locals are actually using, compared with classroom language which can be quite abstract.

Other tips for immersing yourself in the language

Other great ways to immerse yourself in Arabic include watching Arabic TV and films – if you want to learn Levantine dialect, there are some great Lebanese films which make use of this dialect. Equally listening to the radio can help you pick up new words and practise your listening skills.

Likewise, reading articles in Arabic can help with your reading skills and your vocabulary (particularly, if you want to study Modern Standard Arabic).

Short term immersive Arabic course In Palestine

Volunteer in Palestine in Hebron (or Al Khalil as the locals call it) in the South of the West Bank offers short term immersive Arabic courses from a couple of weeks in length right up to three months (the maximum time afforded by an Israeli tourist visa). You will be assigned a personal Arabic tutor to instruct you in the language with up to five hours of tuition per day, focusing on the four core skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. Learning in the atmosphere of this Palestinian learning centre, you will have great opportunity to practise the latter two skills with the staff at the centre and also in the wider community of the city.

Arabic Programmes are offered in Modern Standard Arabic and the Levantine Shami (Ammiya Arabic) dialect depending on your goals and priorities – most of the locals speak Amiya the local slang, but fussha (Modern Standard) is used for official business and in professional environments.

In addition to the Arabic teaching, you are provided accommodation and many of your meals as part of your programme, along with visits to various places in the historical city of Hebron and the surrounding countryside as the basis for the culture exchange which underpinned by the language skills.

List of the Arabic Immersion Programs

We provide several immersive language programs here at Volunteer in Palestine varying from super-intensive, intensive, and non-intensive to accommodate your language goals year round.

List of Short Term Immersive Arabic Programs

Summer Arabic program

The Summer Arabic program in Palestine will run from June through late September. There are three 4-week Arabic courses commencing on the first of each month, so you may spend up to three months living and learning Arabic if you choose. You can participate whenever you choose between June and late September.

For those who want to learn Arabic intensively throughout the summer, Participate in Palestine summer activities throughout the summer. Ideal for people having a summer vacation or anybody wishing to learn while on a long visit to the area.

The summer programs combine a language concentration with complete understanding and involvement in  Palestinian culture, politics and history, and include 4-6 hours of Arabic study every day.

Intensive Arabic Language Courses

Volunteer in Palestine’s intensive Arabic courses are open to any student who would like to  learn or progress their Arabic skills rapidly. Whether you are an undergraduate or postgraduate student, or simply an avid language lover, these classes will help to improve your Arabic through the technique of classroom immersion.

Volunteer in Palestine’s intensive courses include Modern Standard Arabic, Palestinian Arabic and Levantine Colloquial Arabic. Please find more information below.

Modern Standard Arabic Intensive Courses

Modern Standard Arabic and Classical Arabic are largely considered the same dialect, except for minor differentiations in phrasing and diction. Because Modern Standard and Classical Arabic share identical vocabulary, those who enrol in our Modern Standard Arabic programs will be well equipped to understand Classical Arabic.  

At Volunteer in Palestine, Modern Standard Arabic is taught at eight different levels, from complete beginner to highly advanced.

 Modern Standard Arabic Course Details: >> 

Palestinian Colloquial Arabic Courses 

The Study Palestinian Arabic program is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in the diverse culture of Palestine and the Levant or wish to connect with the wider Palestinian diaspora. Travelling to Hebron and acquiring the Palestinian spoken dialect will connect you with the region’s rich history and will better help you to understand its contemporary role in the Arab world and internationally.

At Volunteer in Palestine, the Palestinian Colloquial Arabic courses are available at six different levels ranging from beginners to intermediate and advanced levels. | Palestinian Colloquial Arabic: Course details: >>

Levantine Colloquial Arabic 

The Study Levantine Arabic program is an ideal opportunity to expand your spoken Arabic to include the Levantine dialect.  

Fortunately for participants of this program, our center is located in the heart of the Levant in the vibrant city of Hebron. As Levantine Arabic is one of the most widely spoken Arabic dialects, its acquisition is the ultimate passport connecting you with the Arabic-speaking world. Levantine Colloquial Arabic Course details: >>

Individual Arabic Courses

Volunteer in Palestine offers intensive and non-intensive private Arabic lessons in a wide range of dialects, all taught one-to-one by an Volunteer in Palestine Arabic teacher. As an Arabic student, you will have the opportunity to customize your Arabic course according to your needs and wishes. Our Palestinian teachers will prepare a curriculum to meet your needs, whether your wish is to study Palestinian spoken Arabic, Levantine or Classical/Standard Arabic.

Our wide range of immersive Arabic courses cover both standardised Arabic classes and specific colloquial dialects from Syria, Palestine and other regions of the Levant. As such, our Arabic lessons are suitable for a wide range of learners, from international businesspeople, diplomats and travellers to people wishing to read the Quran. Our flexible private lessons can specialise your curriculum to suit your needs and requirements.

Our Arabic Immersion Program and Information Overview: 

Online Arabic Courses

Alongside the Arabic programs offered in Hebron, we also offer intensive and non-intensive online Arabic lessons taught by qualified Palestinian teachers and instructors. More information on these programs can be found at this link : Levantine and Palestinian Arabic online lessons.

In Conclusion

Our Arabic immersion programs in Hebron, Palestine is for anybody who wants to study spoken Palestinian Arabic, Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), or Levantine Colloquial Arabic, deepen their understanding of Palestinian history and culture, and live in a vibrant and busy city in Palestine. This Arabic program promises to be a life-changing and enlightening experience since it gives you the chance to formally learn Ammiya Arabic while residing with a Palestinian host family.

For those who want to learn Arabic, get in touch with the greater Palestinian diaspora, and become fully immersed in the unique customs of Palestinian culture and the Levant, Volunteer in Palestines in the West Bank provide an unique opportunity. People who wish to gain a greater knowledge of Palestine’s present situation, learn more about the region’s rich history and culture, and build more meaningful connections can take advantage of these programs.

One of your life’s most rewarding journeys awaits you at Volunteer in Palestine. If you would like to join our family here in Hebron, we at Volunteer in Palestine would be more than glad to welcome you. Start your language adventure by applying right away!

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