Intensive Arabic Summer Program, by Study in Palestine, offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals seeking an immersive Arabic course during the summer in various Middle Eastern regions such as the West Bank, Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Israel, or the broader Middle East. Renowned as one of the top Arabic language schools in Palestine, we provide exceptional Arabic language learning experiences. Our Intensive Arabic Summer Program provides a range of options for Arabic dialects and intensity during the summer. You can choose between super-intensive and intensive Arabic programs, and we cover a variety of dialects, including Levantine (Ammiya), Palestinian colloquial Arabic, and Modern Standard Arabic.
Study in Palestine warmly welcomes everyone who wants to learn the wonderful Arabic language. In Hebron, our students come from all walks of life, including university students, professionals, and retirees. Whether you’re just starting or already advanced, you’ll find a place to learn Arabic in Palestine with us. Our strategic location in Hebron (an affordable and bustling city in the West Bank) creates an ideal atmosphere to learn the Ammiya Arabic dialect (This dialect is spoken throughout Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, and Jordan).
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What Do You Get from Learning Arabic in Palestine?
Included in your Intensive Arabic Summer Program is:
- Assistance from skilled, attentive Arabic teachers. Each one has a strong and extensive educational background
- All required books and study materials (specific to your language learning needs)
- A family atmosphere and the chance to experience the famous Palestinian hospitality
- Students, interns, volunteers, and staff members gather for a traditional Palestinian breakfast (six days a week).
- Experiencing firsthand, one of the most politically divided and ambiguous places in The Middle East.s
- Excursions to various sites throughout Hebron, West Bank (including Palestinian refugee camps, the old city, different factories, businesses, municipal, health/educational offices, media, and more).
- Pre-departure and post-departure assistance
- Living accommodation in a shared flat or with a Palestinian host family
- A certificate upon completion
As an international student learning Arabic in Palestine, you will have many opportunities to meet Palestinian university/school students, Palestinian refugees, and youth. You will also meet members of the Hebron community and local Palestinian organizations.
Explore World-Renowned Tourist Sights
As an Arabic student in the West Bank, Palestine, you’ll get the opportunity to explore renowned tourist destinations in the West Bank from a local perspective. This includes Bethlehem, Ramallah, Nablus, Hebron, Tulkarm, Qalqilyah, Jenin, and the Dead Sea in Jericho. Additionally, you’ll have the chance to travel on weekends to historic cities in Israel, like Jerusalem, Akko, Tel Aviv, the Dead Sea, Eilat, Tiberias, Nazareth, Be’er Sheva, Ashdod, Masada, and more.
You will also have the option to travel throughout Jordan’s ancient sites in Petra, Amman, Wadi Rum, Irbid, and Aqaba. There are endless wonders to explore and discover!
Reviews and Awards
Study in Palestine has proudly earned several Community Awards, as it was recognized as the Best Language School in the Middle East, the Best Online Arabic Courses Programs, and the Top Provider of Volunteer and Internship Opportunities abroad for the years 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. For further details, please visit our profiles on GoOverseas.com and GoAbroad.com.
- +890 Reviews and ratings (96.8%) on gooverseas.com
- +190 Reviews and ratings on goabroad.com
- Participants’ video testimonials
Cultural Immersion in Palestine
In Hebron, West Bank, you’ll get more than just an immersion into Palestinian culture, politics, and daily life. You’ll also have the chance to learn about the current human rights situation of Palestinian refugees by visiting local refugee camps and Palestinian villages.
Furthermore, as part of the intensive summer Arabic program, we arrange visits and tours to various Palestinian universities, Bedouin communities in places like Susya and Masafer Yatta, and the Hebron Hills. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with local Palestinian families, providing you with a comprehensive and deeply immersive experience.
From June to Late September
The intensive Arabic Summer Program in Hebron, Palestine is an immersive language learning experience that will take place from June to late September. This Arabic language summer program offers participants the unique opportunity to learn Arabic in an authentic and immersive environment, while also experiencing the rich Palestine culture and history of the West Bank, Palestine.
The Intensive Arabic Summer Program is designed to be flexible, allowing participants to choose when they would like to participate. Starting on the 1st day of each month (June, July, August, and September), there are three 4-week Arabic sessions available. This means that if you desire, you can spend up to three months living and studying Arabic with us.
A Wide Range of Arabic Dialects
Our Intensive Arabic Summer Program in Palestine covers a wide range of Arabic dialects including:
| Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) | Classical Arabic اللغة الفصحى |
| Colloquial Levantine Arabic (Shami Arabic) | Palestinian Colloquial Arabic |
| Mixed Arabic (MSA and Levantine Arabic) | Ammiya (اللهجة العامية) Arabic |
Furthermore, Study in Palestine offers a variety of Arabic dialects, accommodating students at different proficiency levels, including beginners, intermediates, and advanced Arabic learners.
For the intensive Arabic Program, you’ll receive 80 hours of Arabic language instruction during each monthly session (4 weeks). The super intensive Program provides an extended 120 hours of instruction.
During your Arabic classes, you’ll have the opportunity to focus on your preferred Arabic dialect for four or six hours a day, five days a week.
The Intensive Arabic Summer Program Overview:
| Program | Intensive Arabic Summer Program |
| Place of Arabic Program | Hebron, West Bank, Palestine |
| Arabic Program Fees | Four Weeks = 1750€ (Euro) for IntensiveFour Weeks = 2750€ (Euro) for Super Intensive |
| Age | 16-70 |
| Background in Arabic: | Starter and beginner: None requiredIntermediate: One year of previous study in ArabicAdvanced: Two years of previous study in Arabic |
| Minimum Duration | Four Weeks – 80 Arabic Hours (Intensive) Four Weeks – 120 Arabic Hours (Super Intensive) |
| Maximum Duration | 12 Weeks – 240 Arabic Hours |
| Teaching Hours | 4 hours a day, 5 days a week, 6 hours a day, 5 days a week for Super Intensive |
| Weekly Classroom Hours | 20 Hours (Intensive) 30 Hours (Super Intensive) |
| One Teaching Hour | 45 Minutes |
| Average Class Size | 2 – 5 Students |
| Class periods | Mornings (8:30 – 12:30)Afternoons (12:30 – 16:00) |
| Immersion Level | Intensive/Super Intensive Arabic |
| Starting/Ending Dates | June – September |
| Application Deadline | 30th of June 2023 |
| Days off | Two days (Saturday and Sundays) |
| Educational Degree | Not required |
| University Credit | Available |
- Lesson = 45 minutes
- Registration fee: 30€ paid once at registration
- Study materials booklet and books: Free
- Placement Test: Free
- Certificate of completion
- Fees include breakfast, accommodation, Arabic classes, as well as some visits to different institutions in the city of Hebron. For example, visits may include the old city of Hebron, glass and ceramic factories, local companies, Palestinian refugee camps, and public parks as well as local universities such as the Palestine Polytechnic University and Hebron University
Arabic Course Components
- Class readings and discussions
- Book work
- Meetings with local Palestinians and participation in community and cultural activities
- Daily homework
- Quizzes, including a midterm and final exam
- Full immersion in the Palestinian culture
- Twice weekly site visits and field trips
A Small Group Setting
Our summer intensive Arabic programs in Hebron, West Bank, Palestine are provided in small group settings made up of 2-5 Arabic students to ensure the quality of the course and to give each student the chance to speak, discuss, participate, and develop their Arabic language skills to their fullest.
Additionally, it will give you the chance to get the full attention of our highly qualified and experienced Arabic teachers who have studied and attended events both nationally and internationally.
Living with a Palestinian Host Family
As part of our Intensive Arabic Summer Program, you will be offered accommodation with a local Palestinian host family for the duration of your study in Hebron, giving you plenty of opportunities to practice your Arabic with local Palestinian people, including women, children, youth, and local community members. You may even get the chance to attend weddings and other cultural events with your host family.
Moreover, the intensive Arabic coursework combined with the daily interactions with the Palestinian host family will help you increase your Arabic proficiency within a short period, regardless of the level you are studying at.
Arabic Program Structure
The Intensive Arabic Summer Program offers Arabic classes tailored to all proficiency levels, including Starter, Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. These Arabic classes are held five days a week, with two dedicated days for field trips within Hebron and the West Bank, all conducted in Arabic/English.
The Best Way to Learn Arabic Rapidly
Our Summer Arabic Intensive Classes are the best option for those who want to accelerate their Arabic language learning. We give students 4-6 hours of Arabic sessions every day, allowing them to maintain a continuous engagement with the language.
You will almost always cover the equivalent of one semester of Arabic language study in just four weeks with Study in Palestine, resulting in a greater language retention rate and quicker proficiency.
Eligibility
This Intensive Arabic Summer Program in Hebron, Palestine, is open to students, undergraduates, graduates, retirees, Arabic learners, and mature students with an academic background. However, English-language fluency is also required and you must be between 16-70 years old to apply.
Language Proficiency Level
We offer a full Arabic curriculum (with books and all course materials included), at six different levels to accommodate students of all language experiences and proficiencies ,including:
- Starter Arabic Courses
For those who do not have any prior knowledge of the Arabic language and would like to start learning the alphabet, this course will allow you to gain fundamental skills in reading and writing Arabic as well as understanding and engaging in simple, daily conversations.
- Beginner Arabic Courses
The beginner Arabic courses are offered at two levels: Beginner I and Beginner II. These Arabic lessons are designed for participants who already have a basic knowledge of Arabic and would like to develop their speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills.
- Intermediate Arabic Courses
The intermediate Arabic courses are also offered at two levels: Intermediate I and Intermediate II. Typically, these lessons provide you with the opportunity for Arabic conversations with native speakers to improve your conversational and colloquial skills. Moreover, we focus on further improving your reading, writing, and listening abilities.
- Advanced Arabic Courses
At this level, you will concentrate on refining and perfecting your speaking and writing skills by learning sophisticated and technical vocabulary for use in most topics and discussions.
Can I Add More Arabic Hours to My Study Program?
Of course! Students in all of our Intensive Arabic Summer Program are free to add additional Arabic language hours, with each hour costing 25 euros.
If you are interested in adding extra Arabic hours, please mention this in your email and we will be more than happy to organize them for you.
Application Deadline?
To help with planning, we ask that you submit your Arabic application via email before the 30th of May of each year. If you miss the deadline, you may always inquire as to whether we still have available places.
How to Get the Application Form?
Please send an email application request to Info@ecpalestine.org and put the Intensive Arabic Summer Program as the subject line. We will then send you the application form.
Conclusion
If you’re in search of an immersive summer program for Levantine (Ammiya), Modern Standard Arabic, or Palestinian Arabic, explore our summer intensive Arabic programs in Palestine. These programs offer a complete immersion into Palestinian culture, politics, human rights, Palestinian refugees, and daily life, specifically in Hebron, West Bank. Running from June through late September, Study in Palestine hosts summer intensive Arabic courses. You have the option to spend up to three months (13 weeks) dedicated to learning Arabic and living in the heart of the Middle East.
The summer Arabic intensive course provides an intensive language experience along with an in-depth exploration of Palestinian politics, history, and culture. Arabic students will experience the warmth of Palestinian hospitality, immerse themselves in the rich culture, and visit renowned historical sites while advancing their Arabic skills. We welcome you to embrace all that Palestine has to offer as summer approaches—see, taste, and experience this unique opportunity.
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