Key Information
Duration
2 classes per week | 6 weeks
Attendance mode
In-person classes
Course Overview
This course is designed for students ranging from those with no prior knowledge of Arabic to having advanced proficiency. Focusing on spoken Arabic, it equips learners to communicate effectively in a variety of everyday scenarios such as greetings, introductions, shopping, travel, and dining out.
In addition to speaking and listening, students will also be introduced to the Arabic script, gaining the ability to read and write simple words and sentences.
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
Engage in basic conversations and ask/answer common questions
Understand and respond to everyday expressions
Read and write simple phrases and signs in Arabic
Build a strong foundation for continued Arabic study
How You’ll Learn
The course is delivered twice a week in 2-hour sessions over 6 weeks, with a focus on interactive, practical learning. Lessons are conducted in a mix of Arabic and English, supporting comprehension while immersing learners in real language use.
All four key language skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—are covered, with particular emphasis on verbal communication and listening skills.
Expect a dynamic classroom experience including:
Role-play and everyday dialogue practice
Listening to authentic Egyptian Arabic audio
Fun cultural insights and pronunciation drills
Interactive group work and speaking games
Course Structure
*Beginner (Levels 1–3)
Start speaking from day one. Build your foundation in real-life communication and the Arabic script.
Key Topics:
Greetings & Introductions: Saying hello, introducing yourself, asking how someone is
Numbers & Time: Counting, telling the time, days of the week
Daily Routines: Talking about your day, simple verbs in present tense
Shopping & Prices: Asking for items, numbers, bargaining in a market
Food & Drink: Ordering in a restaurant, likes/dislikes, Egyptian dishes
Directions & Transport: Asking for directions, using taxis and public transport
Family & Relationships: Describing your family and basic relationship vocabulary
The Arabic Alphabet: Reading and writing simple words
Basic Grammar: Subject pronouns, gender, plural forms, yes/no questions
Intermediate (Levels 4–6)
Expand your vocabulary, improve sentence structure, and handle more complex conversations.
Key Topics:
Past and Future Tense: Describing past events and future plans
Hobbies & Free Time: Talking about sports, entertainment, and interests
Health & Wellbeing: Describing symptoms, visiting the doctor or pharmacy
Work & Study: Talking about jobs, workplaces, and school/university life
Making Plans: Invitations, suggestions, and appointments
Opinions & Preferences: Agreeing/disagreeing, expressing feelings and preferences
Cultural Traditions: Egyptian holidays, celebrations, and social customs
Reading Short Texts: Signs, messages, simple stories, and dialogues
Grammar Focus: Verb conjugation in multiple tenses, negation, prepositions
Advanced (Levels 7–9)
Achieve fluency in real-world conversations, nuanced expression, and deeper cultural understanding.
Key Topics:
Storytelling & Narration: Sharing personal experiences, anecdotes, and stories
News & Media: Understanding headlines, discussing current events
Social Issues & Debates: Talking about topics like education, the environment, or social norms
Travel & Tourism: Describing places, giving recommendations, travel-related problems
Workplace Communication: Writing emails, making polite requests, presenting ideas
Idioms & Expressions: Everyday slang, metaphors, and cultural references
Cultural Insight: Egyptian cinema, music, historical figures, and literature
Fluency Development: Debates, presentations, and role-playing complex situations
Advanced Grammar: Passive voice, conditionals, relative clauses, connectors
