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Beginner Arabic

العربية للمبتدئين

Turn a basic reading foundation into useful speaking, listening, reading, and writing for familiar situations.

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Two adult learners having a warm conversation over tea and books in a courtyard
Designed for
Learners who know the alphabet
Course length
160 to 180 guided hours
Before you begin
Pre-A1 or equivalent alphabet and pronunciation skills
Learning format
In person or live online, with digital practice

Course schedule and tuition

A clear 24-week learning rhythm.

Beginner Arabic runs for about six months, with three live sessions each week and consistent time to practise between classes.

Course period
24 weeks
About 6 months
Weekly schedule
3 sessions
Every week
Each session
2.5 hours
Live instruction
Monthly learning
About 30 hours
Guided class time
Tuition

$125 CAD/ 2 weeks

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Enrollment is currently arranged directly with the academy.

Progress you can use.

  • Take part in simple conversations about familiar topics
  • Introduce yourself and exchange basic personal information
  • Understand short, clearly delivered conversations
  • Read beginner texts and notices
  • Write short connected paragraphs using essential grammar

What the curriculum covers.

01

Personal information

Greetings, introductions, countries, nationalities, forms, and short personal paragraphs.

02

Student life

Classroom language, study routines, schedules, transport, and everyday learning situations.

03

Social life

Family, friends, relationships, describing people, and familiar conversations.

04

Homes and places

Rooms, furniture, city locations, directions, and location expressions.

05

Daily habits

Time, routines, healthy habits, and discussing everyday activities.

06

Food and eating habits

Meals, drinks, restaurants, preferences, and cultural food vocabulary.

07

Personal description and clothing

Appearance, personality, clothing, colours, and personal preferences.

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Two ways to find your level

Find the right place to begin.

Take the 10-minute online self-check for an approximate result, or book the official $65 in-centre assessment for a complete evaluation.