Our Summer Intensive Arabic program offers an excellent opportunity for those seeking an intensive Arabic program in the West Bank, Palestine, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria or the broader Middle East. We have gained a strong reputation as one of Palestine’s premier Arabic language schools and consistently receive awards year after year.
Whatever your reason for wanting to learn Levantine Arabic, you will find support in our Summer intensive Arabic program. We offer varying levels accounting for any previous experience in Arabic, and also based on the intensity with which you want to study during your time with us. We welcome all students with a passion for learning our Arabic language! Come, join our lively Arabic language programs, and dive into the vibrant Palestinian culture! Our aim is to help you learn Arabic quickly and easily. This special summer program is perfect for anyone who loves language and wants to understand more about the rich Palestinian culture and history.
In this summer Arabic intensive program, Arabic students will get the chance to visit Palestinian refugee camps and schools, explore nearby communities such as Susya, Masafer Yatta, and peek into local Palestinian organizations, businesses, media outlets, as well as municipal offices and infrastructure. You’ll even receive invitations to Palestinian family festivities and local celebrations.
By participating in a variety of community development, social, educational and cultural activities, you will fully immerse yourself in Palestinian culture, politics, and history. Moreover, learning Palestinian Colloquial or Levantine Arabic will help you practice and improve your language skills individually, making the learning process even more enjoyable and effective.
Can I apply for the Summer Intensive Arabic Immersion Program?
We extend a warm welcome to all participants in our summer Arabic Crash Course, regardless of whether you’re a student, graduate, retiree, or an adventure seeker. We only require that you fall within the age range of 16-70, possess a basic understanding of English, and arrive ready to learn and immerse yourself in a new culture in the West Bank, Palestine.
Cultural Immersion in Palestine
Our prime location in the heart of Hebron, West Bank offers numerous benefits to our Arabic students. It enables them to experience Palestinian daily life, witness Palestinian culture and politics firsthand, and facilitates easy access to local Palestinian refugee camps and villages.
We organize visits and tours to various Palestinian universities, local cultural sites, Bedouin areas, and local families, all aimed at fostering your engagement and complete immersion. We provide students with the opportunity to gain a profound understanding of Palestinian life, whether through a political, cultural, or economic perspective.
From June to Late September
Our Summer Intensive Arabic program runs from June to late September, offering flexibility to participants. You can select your preferred starting time from the three available 4-week sessions, and we begin the preparations for your arrival.
Our summer Intensive Arabic Language Programs are conducted in four-week segments, and if you wish, you have the option to spend up to three months living and studying Arabic with us here at Study in Palestine.
What are our classes like?
We cap our short-term summer Arabic classes at 5 students as an absolute maximum, to ensure our students all receive a good chance to speak, participate, and develop their language skills to the fullest. These small classes provide plenty of time for attention from our highly qualified teachers, many of whom have degrees in teaching Arabic as a foreign language or related fields and have attended conferences and events both nationally and internationally.
Our goal for you is complete immersion to enhance your relationship with the Arabic language. We try and teach exclusively in Arabic wherever possible, alongside the many events and site visits organised by the center. As well as lessons, the center provides many environments for you to practise your language abilities in natural situations whilst you explore Hebron and the West Bank.
We run summer intensive Arabic classes abroad for all four levels (Starter, Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced) for five days a week, with two days devoted to field trips in and around Hebron and the West Bank conducted in Arabic.
Our core Arabic class components consist of the following:
- 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
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.
A Wide Range of Arabic Dialects
Our Summer Intensive Arabic program in the West Bank 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 |
In addition, Study in Palestine also offers each Arabic dialect in varying levels of difficulty including starters, beginners, intermediates and advanced learners. With 80 hours of Arabic language instruction per monthly session (4 weeks), you will study your desired dialect in class for four hours a day, five days a week.
Summer Intensive Arabic Immersion Program and Information Overview:
| Program | Summer Intensive Arabic Immersion |
| Place of Program | Hebron, West Bank, Palestine |
| Program Fees | Four Weeks = 1750€ (Euro) |
| Age | 16-70 |
| Background in Arabic: | Starter and beginner: None required Intermediate: One year of previous study in Arabic Advanced: Two years of previous study in Arabic |
| Minimum Duration | Four Weeks – 80 Arabic Hours |
| Maximum Duration | 12 Weeks – 240 Arabic Hours |
| Teaching Hours | 4 hours a day, 5 days a week |
| Weekly Classroom Hours | 20 Hours |
| 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 |
| Starting/Ending Dates | June – September |
| Application Deadline | 30th of June 2024 |
| Days off | Two days (Fridays and Saturdays) |
| 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, the 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, refugee camps, and public parks as well as local universities such as the Palestine Polytechnic University and Hebron University
List of the Arabic Immersion Programs
We provide several summer short-term Arabic immersion programs here at Study in Palestine in Hebron varying from super-intensive, intensive, and non-intensive to accommodate your language goals year round.
If you do not have a full month to join our Summer Intensive Arabic immersion courses and wish to study for less than a month, please check out the following Arabic Immersion Programs instead:
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 with learning the alphabet, this intensive Arabic course will allow you to gain the fundamental skills in reading and writing Arabic as well as understanding and engaging in simple, daily conversations.
- Beginner Arabic Courses
The beginner intensive 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 intensive 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 Summer Intensive Arabic Immersion Program are free to add in additional Arabic language hours, with each hour costing 25 Euros.
If you are interested in adding extra hours, please mention this in your email and we will be more than happy to organize them for you.
Why Should I Join the Summer Intensive Arabic Immersion Program?
Here are a few reasons for joining the Summer Intensive Arabic Immersion Program in, Hebron Palestine:
- Diverse Arabic courses to choose from such as: Modern Standard Arabic, Levantine (Shami) dialects, Ammiya, Classical, and Palestinian Arabic using up-to-date teaching techniques in an intensive learning environment.
- Tuition from well-qualified, attentive Arabic teachers with excellent educational backgrounds
- Palestinian breakfast with other participants (6 times a week)
- Pre-departure assistance and support during your time in Palestine
- Visits to various sites in the city of Hebron (including Palestinian refugee camps, the old city, different factories, etc.)
- Understanding of Palestinian politics and the experience of occupation in the West Bank
- Getting to know the human rights situation and helping the Palestinian refugees.
- Engagement in educational, social and community activities
- Palestinian hospitality and a pleasant climate
- Living and gaining impressions from one of the most politically divisive and ambivalent regions of the Middle East
- The opportunity to visit unique tourist attractions with a native perspective – including Bethlehem, Ramallah, Nablus, Hebron, Tulkarm, Qalqilyah, Jenin and the Dead Sea in Jericho
- Visiting nearby cities both nationally and internationally such as Akko, Herzliya, Beersheva, Eilat, Tiberias, Netanya, Safed, Haifa, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Masada, Amman, Aqaba, Wadi Rum, and Nazareth
- A certificate upon completion
As an international student learning Arabic in Palestine, you will also have the opportunity to meet Palestinian university and school students as well as members of the Hebron community and local organizations.
Living with a Palestinian Host Family
As part of our summer intensive Arabic language trainings, 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 lessons combined with the daily interactions with the Palestinian host family will help you increase your Arabic proficiency within a short period of time, regardless of the level you are studying at.
Great Reviews and Community Awards
Since 2011, Study in Palestine in Palestine has welcomed visitors from all around the world. Even though we are constantly improving our programs to deliver the finest learning experience possible, our core objective remains unchanged: to connect, teach, and develop individuals. Additionally, to promote/encourage exchange in the local and international communities.
We continue to strive towards “excellence”:
In 2022, we were rated as “one of the top three organizations worldwide in offering volunteer opportunities” AND “one of the top three language schools worldwide” by Go Overseas. We also received a total of five Go Overseas Community Choice Awards. Study in Palestine was recognized as one of the top Teach Abroad Providers for the category of “benefits” and as one of the Top Internship Abroad Providers for the categories of “growth” and “support”.
In 2021, we were named as one of the top three volunteer programs in the world. Go Overseas awarded us the community choice awards in the categories of “best language school”, “fun”, and “teaching”.
In 2019, we received our inaugural “Go Overseas Community Choice Awards” which recognized Study in Palestine’s positive effect on the global travel community.
Study in Palestine is a highly rated travel company. We are highly accredited throughout the world! Check out our plethora of positive feedbacks here:
- +730 Reviews and ratings (95%) on Gooverseas.com
- +150 Reviews and ratings (91%) on Goabroad.com
- Participants’ video testimonials
Our Great Experience (+13 Years)
Study in Palestine has been offering Arabic courses for non-native speakers since 2011 and we have hosted more than a thousand international visitors.
Throughout our years of service, we have developed and delivered many Arabic immersion programs, both on-site and online, and we strive to use only the most advanced teaching methods which we enhance year after year. Education is an active process that is always advancing, and you can be part of this continued development and high quality education with us at Study in Palestine.
Traveling to and From Hebron, West Bank
All of Study in Palestine’s volunteers travel to and from Hebron using private or shared taxis which pass through checkpoints.
You will find all the necessary information about how to get to Hebron and Study in Palestine with relevant contact information in these four articles:
- How to fly to Palestine
- How to get to Hebron, Palestine
- Planning your trip to Palestine
- How to get from the Ben Gurion Airport, Israel to Hebron
How to Fly to Palestine?
The easiest way to get to Study in Palestine is to fly to:
- Ben Gurion, Tel Aviv Airport in Israel. It takes about two and a half hours from the airport to Study in Palestine via shared taxi.
Alternatively:
- Flying to Eilat airport in the south of Israel and then traveling by shuttle or by taking a bus to Jerusalem and then to Hebron. However, the duration of the trip can last between six and seven hours.
- Flying to Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, Jordan and then crossing the border to Palestine. However, this takes more time and is more expensive.
How Do I Get a Visa to Visit Palestine?
Most of our international participants get a tourist visa for three months when they fly to Israeli airports or cross from Jordan to the West Bank.
Generally, no prior visa is needed for Americans, Canadians and most Europeans in order to enter Palestine but please refer to the visa exemption agreement for further information. Upon your arrival at the Israeli Airports, you will be granted a tourist visa that is valid for 90 days. This is more than sufficient for participation in Study in Palestine’s programs and to enable you to travel around Palestine and Israel easily.
Tel Aviv Airport Pickups
If necessary, Study in Palestine staff can organize a taxi to pick you up at Ben Gurion Airport and take you straight to Hebron and the Center. This is the easiest and fastest way (about an hour, 60 km/37 miles) to get to us.
Additional fees apply and the trip costs about 150 Euro. Please let us know if you are interested in this option.
Application Deadline?
To help with planning, we ask that you submit your Arabic application via email before the 30th of April of each year.
If you miss the deadline, you are always welcome to inquire as to whether we still have available places.
Summary
Join us for Arabic lessons during your summer break in the West Bank, Palestine! Dive into the magic of fast and enjoyable Arabic learning while immersing yourself in Palestinian culture and daily life. Our Arabic Crash Course for Summer guarantees an educational and unforgettable learning adventure.
Become a part of our summer program and unlock the door to a world of language possibilities. Accelerate your Arabic learning journey with our Short and Sweet Summer Arabic Courses.
Enroll now and experience the richness of language and culture in the heart of the West Bank!
How to Get the Application Form?
Please send an email application request to Info@ecpalestine.org and put Summer Intensive Arabic program as the subject line. We will then send you the application form.
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