Summer Intensive Arabic Courses in Palestine (1-12 Weeks)
Are you looking to learn Arabic this summer? Then look no further than our summer intensive Arabic courses. Our programs offer a variety of options, from one week up to three months, and can include individual classes or group classes. You can also stay with a host family while you study MSA (Modern Standard Arabic) or Levantine (Ammiya) Arabic.
Our intensive summer program provides an immersive learning experience that allows you to quickly progress in your language skills. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student, our experienced teachers will help you reach your goals and become proficient in the language.
Enjoy the Beautiful Summer in Palestine & Learn Arabic
Learning Arabic is a great way to dive deeper into Palestinian culture as well as gain a better understanding of the region’s history. By visiting Palestine during the summer, our Arabic students will be able to enjoy its unique cultural experiences while learning more about its language, customs, and history.
Palestine is a beautiful country that offers many opportunities for Arabic students to explore and learn about its culture. During summer, it is an ideal destination for those looking to immerse themselves in the Arabic culture and daily life.Our students can enjoy the warm weather and explore the many historical sites in Palestine. They can also interact with Palestinians, get a taste of traditional cuisine, and learn about their customs and traditions.
Practice Arabic with your Host Family
Staying with a host family is the best way to learn Arabic quickly and get to know the Palestinian culture. By living with a local family, you will be able to practice your Arabic daily and develop an understanding of the language that goes beyond just learning vocabulary words.
You will also have the opportunity to experience authentic Palestinian cuisine, learn about local customs and traditions, and meet people from all walks of life. With a host family, you can immerse yourself in the language and culture in a way that is not possible when staying in a hotel or other accommodation.
Intensive & Super Intensive Summer Arabic Courses
Our Intensive and super intensive summer courses are designed for those who want to learn a language in a short period of time. With the help of experienced teachers, students can learn Arabic quickly with individual classes, 20–30 hours per week.
These intensive courses provide an opportunity to learn a language in a short time frame with the help of experienced teachers who have huge experience in teaching Arabic. Students will get personalized attention from the teacher and be able to learn more effectively. This is especially beneficial for those who need to learn Arabic quickly for their job or studies.
Study Levantine or MSA Arabic in Palestine Programs
Study Levantine Arabic in Palestine Program (1-12 Weeks)
The Study Levantine Arabic in Palestine program presents a valuable opportunity for those who want to learn and study Shami Arabic (Levantine Arabic, also known as Ammiya) and practice it with people in Palestine.
Levantine Arabic is spoken by nearly 42 million people in four Arab countries: Jordan, Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria. TheLevantineis the most easily understandable dialect for people of the Gulf, or Arab countries in the northernmost areas of the African continent, such as Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt, and Libya. You will be able to communicate to a large audience of people by learning the Shami dialect.
The Study Levantine Arabic in Palestine Program presents an optimal opportunity for acquiring Arabic skills. You are provided with all the learning materials you will need, and you will be taught by our experienced and qualified teachers.
The Study Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) program in Palestine is one of the most important programs offered by the Palestinian Center to foreigners from different countries around the world who wish to learn and study Standard Arabic or the well-known modern Arabic language. The program aims to teach Modern Standard Arabic, which is the language of education, media, and journalism in the Arab world.
The program aims to provide the learner with the largest possible number of lessons and educational situations based on videos, and diverse and intensive educational activities; To be able to meet his educational needs
The Study Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) program in Palestine introduces the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), and the elements of language (sounds, vocabulary, and structures) in an integrative way. It also takes into account the linguistic, communicative, and cultural competencies, adopting the gradual method according to the level of the learner.
Study Colloquial Arabic in Palestine (Individual Classes)
One of the distinctive programs that we offer at Go Palestine is the Study Colloquial Arabic in Palestine Program. The curriculum was created for those who want to learn the Palestinian language as part of the Levantine dialects. The program seeks to provide students with the chance to learn Arabic through intensive classes, as well as practice the language by living with a Palestinian family in Hebron.
The colloquial Arabic program is taught by qualified teachers with years of teaching experience. Our teachers use the best educational methods and techniques to teach the colloquial Arabic texts, phrases, and words that students learn in each lesson. The classes are intense in a way that makes the student get the maximum benefit during a short period of time. The program ranges from a week as the shortest period to three months as the maximum.
Intensive & Super Intensive Arabic Courses in Palestine (1-12 Weeks)
With intensive Arabic language courses in Palestine, students can learn Arabic rapidly through full immersion in both Arabic language and the Palestinian culture. Intensive courses in Modern Standard Arabic and Levantine/Ammiya Arabic are offered by the Palestinian center in Hebron, Palestine, throughout the year.
Through a variety of study options, a rich cultural immersion program, and daily practice with Arabic, students are able to quickly enhance their Arabic language skills. The duration of the course period can range from one week up to six months, depending on the student’s schedule. With excellent instructors, a wide range of cultural and language immersion activities, and a focus on total immersion in the Arabic language, the Palestinian center’s intensive Arabic courses are second to none.
The Palestinian Center (Go Palestine) offers the following online courses:
Online Arabic Courses including Levantine/Shami Arabic or Modern Standard Arabic (MSA)
Teach English and Learn Arabic ONLINE!
Online Crash Courses including different topics as Human Rights, Law, Media, Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, Healthcare, Trade & Industry in Palestine.
Study Arabic Online from Palestine (10–50 Hours)
These courses have proven to be effective in achieving the desired results. We know that there are millions of people who want to develop their Arabic skills, but they do not have the time to join an Arabic course or to travel to a foreign country.
That’s why we’ve created these online Arabic courses which means that we can aid you in your educational journey no matter what level you are or where you live. Our online program gives you all the necessary materials including radio and television programs that are aimed at improving your Arabic skills.
Learn Arabic online – Study Modern Standard Arabic ONLINE
Go Palestine offers you the chance to study Modern Standard Arabic ONLINE taught by one of our certified and professional Arabic native speaker teachers. Our Arabic online courses are comprehensive that improve your Arabic in all four skills, writing, reading, listening and speaking.
Our Online Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) courses can also be customised according to your linguistic needs or what you are looking to learn. Our highly skilled & experienced instructors who have degrees in Arabic as a foreign language guarantee quick improvement using the most recent teaching techniques and materials.
Study Palestinian Arabic ONLINE – Online With Native Teachers
Go Palestine offers you the opportunity to study Palestinian Arabic ONLINE. Our online Arabic courses will take you on a thrilling adventure while you learn Arabic using efficient teaching techniques. We’ll set you up with one of our skilled and experienced Arabic instructors to enjoy your learning journey, whether it’s for business, school, or personal enrichment, you will find what you are looking for.
Palestinian Arabic/Dialect is a dialect spoked by most Palestinians in Palestine and the Palestinian diaspora. It’s a dialect continuum comprising mutually intelligible varieties of Levantine Arabic. In two studies comparing dialects, it was discovered that Palestinian Arabic was the dialect that was most similar to Modern Standard Arabic.
Do you think your child could learn and play simultaneously? Does your child enjoy spending his/her time learning through the use of a smartphone, tablet or pc?
The Palestinian Center offers online Arabic courses for children all over the world using the best teaching methods & since it’s online, we can reach you anywhere in the world.
Am I allowed to study Arabic with an Israeli visa?
Yes, you can since it is the only way to enter Palestine as you come to Palestine through Jerusalem. Israeli authorities are fully aware that many internationals come to Palestine to study Arabic, and thus they will give you a tourist visa for up to three months.
Intensive & Super Intensive Arabic Courses
Place of Study Arabic Program
Hebron (H1 – Under Palestinian Control), Palestine
Study Arabic Program Fees
Non-Intensive Arabic Course = Starting from 315$ Intensive Arabic Course = Starting from 430$ Super Intenive Arabic Course = Starting from 580$
Age
18-75 Years Old
Minimum Duration of Study Arabic in Palestine Program
Non-Intensive Arabic Course = One Week – 12 Hours Intensive Arabic Course = One Week – 20 Hours Super Intensive Arabic Course = One Week – 30 Hours
Maximum Durationof Study Arabic in Palestine Program
Super Intensive Arabic Course = 12 Weeks x 30 Hours Intensive Arabic Course = 12 Weeks x 20 Hours Non-Intensive Arabic Course = 12 Weeks x 12 Hours
Arabic Studying Hours
Non-Intensive Arabic Course = 4 hours a day x 3 days a week. Intensive Arabic Course = 4 hours a day x 5 days a week. Super Intensive Arabic Course = 6 hours a day x 5 days a week.
One Studying Hour
45 Minutes
Type of Arabic Class
Individual Class (One to One)
Arabic Classes Time
Morning (8:30-12:30), Afternoon (12:30 -16:00)
Starting/Ending Dates
Flexible – Anytime
Application Deadline
No Deadline
Days off
Two days including Fridays & Thursdays or Saturdays
Educational Degree
Not Required
University Credit
Available
Our LOVELY Arabic Teachers!
We are proud to offer our students the opportunity to learn Arabic language and literature from our highly skilled and experienced teachers. Our teachers are passionate about the language and have a deep understanding of its nuances. They use interactive teaching methods to engage students in the learning process, encouraging them to participate and ask questions.
Our teachers hold degrees in Arabic language and literature, so you can be sure that you’re getting quality instruction from professionals who understand the complexities of the language. With their expertise, you can become proficient in reading, writing, speaking and understanding Arabic quickly and effectively.
Majd
Duha
Dua'a
Bessan
Shourouk
Nadine
Moh’d
Ahlam
Ayah
Eyad
Shatha
Asmaa
Who is eligible to apply to our Arabic program in Palestine?
Participants between the ages of 18-75 are eligible to participate in the study Arabic program. No academic degree is required in order to apply.
Those who are younger than 18 years old can also apply, but with one condition. One of your parents has to fill out and sign a parental consent form.
Things to know before you come to Palestine!
Living Costs in Palestine
Approx. 50-70$ a Week
Weekend in Palestine
On Friday
Food in Palestine
The West Bank engages primarily in heavier meals involving the use of bread, rice, and meat, and coastal plain inhabitants frequent fish, other seafood, and lentils.
Wifi Access in Palestine
At houses, cafes, restaurants – Almost everywhere
3G Service in Palestine
Available since Jan 2018
The official language in Palestine
Arabic – Palestinian Dialect (One of the Levantine dialects)
Currency in Palestine
MainlyIsraeli Shekel (NIS). Jordanian Dinar & American Dollars are also used in buying Real estate and land.
We at GO Palestine are keen to make your weekly schedule diversified, rich, and organized. Thus, it will contain a number of educational, social, and fun activities that will make your experience in Palestine special and unique.
The First Arabic Class starts at 8:30
The day is divided into three Arabic classes. The first Arabic class begins at 8:30 in the morning and continues till breakfast at 9:30.
Breakfast starts at 9:30 am
The breakfast starts at 9:30 in the morning and ends at approximately 10:15. Our breakfast contains a number of ingredients, including Palestinian thyme (Zaatar), labneh, tomato, cucumber slices, falafel, hummus, mortadella, olives, yellow cheese, jam, pita bread, boiled or fried eggs, and French fries. The ingredients are changed (among the mentioned ingredients) from time to time to diversify the breakfast.
The second Arabic Class starts at 10:15
The second Arabic class begins at 10:15 am directly after the breakfast and continues at 11:15 am. After that, you will get five minutes break.
The Third Arabic Class starts at 11:20
The third Arabic class begins at 11:20 am directly after the break and continues at 12:20 pm.
homework & Revision starts at 12:20
Homework and revision are designed to give you enough time to do all your homework as well as a little revision after the class so that you achieve the maximum benefit of the class. It starts at 12:20 and till 2:00 pm.
Lunch Break starts at 2:00 pm
At two o’clock in the afternoon begins the lunch break, which lasts for an entire hour. You can buy lunch from a restaurant next to the center. There are a number of restaurants nearby, which provide meals such as shawarma, falafel, and fried chicken as well as traditional Palestinian meals such as Maqluba, Hebron’s Qidreh,Chicken Mansaf or Lamp Mansaf, and other meals. There are also a number of supermarkets/malls nearby where you can buy what you need and cook yourself in the center.
Day Trips to Refugee Camps in Bethlehem & Hebron
Once every week, a day trip is organized to the refugee camps in Hebron and Bethlehem, as well as to areas of political importance whenever the opportunity arises. These trips will give you the opportunity to learn about the conditions of the Palestinian refugees, talk to them and learn their stories. These trips depart at 10:45 am from the center and end approx. at 2:00 or 3:00 in the afternoon.
Local Visits to Learn about the Landmarks of the city of Hebron
Once every two weeks, local visits are organized to the historical and economic landmarks of the city of Hebron. This includes a visit to the Ibrahimi Mosque, the Old City, and Al-Shuhada Street as well as visiting a number of factories in the city, such as keffiyeh, glass, and ceramic factories.
Prepare & Cook a Traditional Palestinian Dish
Once every two or three weeks, all our volunteers, interns, and Arabic language’ students join together to prepare and cook a traditional Palestinian dish. This includes preparing appetizers, frying vegetables, cooking rice, chopping chicken or meat, and stuffing some vegetables depending on the dish to be cooked that day.
Free Time starts at 16:00 or at 16:30
After your time in the center is over, you have free time where you can hang out with other international participants and/or locals you met during your stay in Hebron by going to a café or coffee shop or going to a park and enjoying your time in the evening. There are many cafes and parks not far from the center, as the center is located on one of the most lively streets in the city.
What happens when I’m not studying Arabic?
Besides studying Arabic in Palestine, you will have plenty of opportunities to participate in our social, cultural, and community activities. Many community activities in Hebron are organized and presented by the center. Additionally, the Center organizes visits to local sites of interest in the city of Hebron.
Sightseeing may include visits to the old city and its many souqs and markets, the Ibrahimi Mosque, a refugee camp, the Russian Orthodox Church is known for its beautiful gold dome, and the glass factories, to name a few destinations. Hebron is a city full of cafés and restaurants where you can spend an enjoyable time.
Documents you’ll receive from us!
How do I apply or receive additional information?
Please email Mr. Tamimi, at [email protected]. Please type “Summer Intensive Arabic Course in Palestine” in the subject line. In the body of the email, tell us of your interest, ask any questions you may have, and request an application. Very shortly, we will reply to you.
