Winter Levantine Arabic Program: Explore our Arabic Winter Immersion Course in Palestine at Study Levantine Arabic, located in Hebron, West Bank. We offer courses in Palestinian Arabic Ammiya dialect, Levantine (Shami Arabic), and Modern Standard Arabic. Lying in the heart of the Levant, the West Bank is a captivating destination to explore the language’s rich history and culture.
Our Winter Immersion Course in Palestine is designed to enhance your Arabic language skills through interactive lessons led by experienced Palestinian instructors. Outside of the classroom, you’ll have the chance to practice your language skills in authentic settings, engaging with local Palestinians and participating in cultural activities.
Coming to the West Bank, Palestine, to study Arabic during the winter (December, January, February) is a great idea. Not only will you experience the rich Palestinian culture, but you will also feel the warmth of Palestinian hospitality. Palestinians are friendly and welcoming, making you feel right at home. They enjoy sharing their culture and language with others. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to advance your existing Arabic language skills, our Winter Immersion Course in Palestine offers a fulfilling experience that goes beyond the textbooks. Join us in this enriching journey to discover the language and culture of Palestine during the winter months.
In Palestine, the primary language spoken is Arabic, specifically the Palestinian dialect, which is closely related to the Levantine dialect, also known as Shami Arabic. Although it can seem tricky to learn, the millions of speakers worldwide make learning Arabic a worthwhile endeavor. Fortunately, learning is made easier by the linguistic immersion students will experience while living in Palestine.
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Variety of Arabic Dialects Offered
Study Levantine Arabic is delighted to offer courses that teach a wide selection of Ammiyya Arabic dialects. Whether you want to learn or improve your Arabic for work, business, travel, or religious reasons, our Arabic courses will accommodate your language goals.
Since Arabic dialects can differ significantly, we recommend carefully choosing a dialect to study, particularly for first-time learners. For absolute beginners, we generally recommend Modern Standard Arabic or Levantine Arabic, a dialect that is widely understood in many Arabic-speaking countries.
Here is a complete list of the dialects we offer in our Arabic Winter Immersion Course in Palestine:
● Colloquial Palestinian Arabic (Ammiyya Arabic)
● Shami or Levantine Arabic (Ammiya dialect)
● A mixed program (MSA, Levantine Arabic, and Colloquial Palestinian Arabic)
● Modern Standard Arabic
Overview of our Immersive Winter Levantine Arabic Program in Palestine
| Place of Program | Hebron, West Bank, Palestine |
| Program Fees | Intensive = Starting from 450 € (Euro) (Confirm Prices Here) |
| Age Requirement | 16+ |
| Minimum Duration | Intensive = One Week – 20 HoursSuper Intensive: 20 Hours |
| Maximum Duration | 13 Weeks or 3 months |
| Teaching Hours | Intensive = 4 hours a day, 5 days a week. |
| One Teaching Hour | 45 Minutes |
| Average students in the class | 1 – 3 Students (individual classes can be specified) |
| Arabic lesson periods | Morning (8:30 – 12:30), Afternoon (12:30 – 16:00) |
| Starting/Ending Dates | Flexible/Anytime |
| Application Deadline | No Deadline |
| Days off | Two days (Fridays and Saturdays) |
| Educational Degree | Not Required |
| University Credit | Available |
| Reviews and Ratings | Reviews and ratings on Gooverseas.com Reviews and ratings on Goabroad.com Participants’ video testimonials |
Reviews and Awards
Study Levantine Arabic has been honored with several prestigious Community Awards and recognized as the Best Language School and Top Volunteer and Internship Program Provider for 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. For more details, please visit our profiles on GoOverseas.com and GoAbroad.com.
- +880 reviews (96.8%) on gooverseas.com
- +190 reviews (93%) on goabroad.com
- Participants’ video testimonials
The Arabic Language
With approximately 376 million speakers worldwide, the Arabic language is found in diverse geographic and cultural regions. Found in a vast geographic area, although many speakers are located in the Middle East and North Africa, there are around 25 distinct Arabic dialects. Because these dialects can vary significantly, selecting a specific dialect to learn is crucial when deciding to learn Arabic.
If you are unsure of which dialect you would like to speak, think about which region you would like to engage with, study, or visit. Since dialects within a confined region, like the Levant region or the Gulf region, tend to be mutually understandable, choosing to learn a dialect from the region you’d like to engage with is often sufficient for communication.
If you’re still unsure of which dialect to pursue, the Modern Standard Dialect is also an option. Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), also known as Fushā, is a dialect understood in all Arabic-speaking countries. However, the dialect itself is not spoken in daily life. Instead, MSA is used in formal written communication such as literary or journalistic works. Because this dialect can be more challenging to learn, unless you have a specific goal to read literature or formal language, we recommend learning a spoken dialect.
Arabic Dialects To Study
In our Winter Arabic programs, we are delighted to provide a wide selection of Arabic dialects. Whether you’re learning Arabic for work, travel, religion, or any other reason, our programs can accommodate your language goals.
Given the diversity of Arabic, careful thought should be given to choosing the dialect you’d like to learn. For beginners and absolute beginners, we generally recommend Modern Standard Arabic or Levantine Arabic for their versatility.
Here is a full list of the dialects we offer in the Winter Immersion Course in Palestine:
● Modern Standard Arabic (MSA)
● Classical Arabic (Fusha Arabic – formal literary Arabic)
● Colloquial Arabic
● The Palestinian spoken dialect
● Shami or Levantine Arabic (Ammiya dialect)
● A mixed program (MSA, Levantine Arabic, and Colloquial Palestinian Arabic)
Learning Arabic In Palestine
Studying Arabic in Palestine is ideal for learners of all levels since living in an Arabic-speaking country accelerates the learning process. In Palestine, your everyday life will likely consist of interacting with locals, shopping, or asking for directions. These all provide opportunities to apply classroom vocabulary in real-world settings. Between the repetition of these activities, the constant language input around you, and coursework, you will quickly become confident in using the language.
A winter Arabic course in Palestine will offer endless opportunities to speak and learn Arabic, all while experiencing Palestinian culture and life. With culture and history all around you and immersion in the Arabic language, you will learn much more beyond simply speaking and understanding the language. Local speakers will immerse you in colloquial speech and customs, allowing you to communicate comfortably and naturally in a new cultural and linguistic environment. As a result, you will build not only language proficiency but also intercultural competency.
Study Arabic Language
Study Levantine Arabic offers an excellent environment for Winter Immersion Courses in Palestine, with an eager team of dedicated Palestinian teachers. These instructors specialize in various dialects, including the Levant dialect (Shami Arabic), Palestinian dialect, and Standard Arabic.
The center is known for its diverse teaching staff, comprising Palestinian teachers well-versed in the Levantine dialect, spoken across a range of countries such as Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, and Southern Turkey.
Non-Intensive, Intensive, and Winter Immersion Course in Palestine?
All Winter Arabic Courses come in three intensity levels. Regardless of whether you’re a beginning or advanced learner, you can choose from a non-intensive, intensive, or super-intensive course. The course intensity determines the frequency of classes, as well as their level of immersion and out-of-classroom coursework.
1. Non-Intensive Arabic Course
Most relaxed intensity available, meeting for a total of 12 lesson hours (45 minutes per lesson hour) per week, ~ about 3 hours of Arabic courses a day for 3 days a week. This intensity is designed to provide students with ample in-classroom immersion while also allowing them plenty of time to explore the city of Hebron, Palestine. We recommend that students interested in a long-term program (anywhere from 1 – 3 months) enroll in a non-intensive Arabic course.
2. Intensive Arabic Course
Designed to further immerse students in the Arabic language and culture, these courses consist of 20 instructional hours a week. This works out to be about 4 teaching hours of Arabic language instruction per day, 5 days a week. Intensive Arabic courses will have additional homework and out-of-classroom assignments.
3. Super-Intensive Arabic Course
Designed for students who seek a comprehensive, immersive, and high-intensity classroom experience. Courses will include 30 lesson hours of language instruction per week, with 5 hours of language instruction per day, 5 days a week. Due to the demanding schedule, we recommend Super-Intensive courses for those enrolled in shorter programs (1–4 weeks).
Study Arabic In A Small Group
Do you find it challenging to study in big groups? You’ll have the choice of studying Arabic in a group (1 or 3 students) or in one-on-one independent settings. No matter the study environment, we look forward to having you in our Arabic class in Palestine!
Our Study Arabic Programs
Our programs cater to learners looking for immersion courses at all levels and intensities. In our intensive winter Arabic programs, we offer courses in Levantine, Palestinian, and Modern Standard Arabic at various proficiency levels. For each course level, learners have the option of super-intensive, intensive immersion, and non-intensive programs.
Here you may find a list of our Winter Immersion Course in Palestine:
Impact of Studying Arabic In Palestine
With all our Arabic courses and volunteer programs in the West Bank, Palestine, we aim to make a lasting difference for the local Palestinian community through the exchange of ideas and “walking in each other’s shoes”. Our Winter Immersion Course in Palestine programs and courses foster shared learning for both our community and you.
During your winter intensive Arabic course, you will get to learn so much more than just the language. You will also get to learn a lot about Palestinian culture and customs, and the political situation in Palestine. Additionally, you will have numerous opportunities outside the classroom to practice your Arabic in a natural and authentic setting while navigating your new life in Hebron. Your time with us in Hebron will also provide you with numerous opportunities for cultural exchange and mutual learning, both with local Palestinians and our other international participants.
An Excellent Place to Learn Arabic
The Center is a great place to learn Arabic because it puts you in a home-like environment where you’ll learn new words, sentences, and everyday phrases. If you don’t stay with a host family, you might stay in an apartment, which is also a good chance to meet your neighbors and practice speaking Arabic with people in the area and at restaurants.
The Center also plans various trips that allow you to explore the country’s rich culture and learn more about Palestine. The locals like it when students try to speak Arabic during these trips. They enjoy talking to students and will help you keep the conversation going in Arabic.
Why Study Arabic In Palestine?
Here are a few reasons for studying Arabic in Palestine, and for any students or visitors of Israel to come and study Arabic in Hebron, West Bank:
● The hospitality of Palestinians and the pleasant climate offer a great attraction to overseas students.
● The Study Arabic Program in Palestine provides a first-hand experience of one of the most politically relevant regions of the Middle East.
● The Arabic Immersion Program will provide you with the chance to visit unique tourist and historical attractions from the native perspective – including Bethlehem, Ramallah, Nablus, Hebron, Tulkarm, Qalqilyah, Jenin, and the Dead Sea in Jericho.
● Visit nearby cities such as Akko, Herzliya, Beersheva, Eilat, Tiberias, Netanya, Safed, Haifa, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Masada, Amman, Aqaba, Wadi Rum, and Nazareth.
● The Intensive Arabic Courses offered in our programs: Modern Standard Arabic, Levantine (Shami) dialects, Ammiya, Classical, and Palestinian Arabic, using up-to-date teaching methods in an intensive learning environment.
● Our center is staffed by well-qualified, attentive Arabic teachers, each with an excellent educational background, ready and happy to help you.
● Besides developing their Arabic language skills, students will authentically experience Palestinian culture through living with host families, various local trips, as well as Volunteer In Palestine’s organized in-house and local activities.
● We will provide participants with a certificate upon completion.
As an international student learning Arabic in Palestine, you will have the opportunity to meet Palestinian students, in addition to local community members and organizers.
Winter Immersion Courses in Palestine
During the cold winter months, many of us can feel a bit low, but learning a new language is a great way to beat the winter blues! The Center offers winter intensive Arabic classes of all levels and intensities, ranging from 1 to 13 weeks in length. The longer you choose to stay, the more you will learn!
Summary of the Arabic Winter Immersion Course in Palestine
During the chilly winter months, it’s an excellent time to begin learning a new language. If you’re interested in mastering the Palestinian or Levantine dialect of Arabic, Palestine is the ideal destination. While participating in the Levantine Arabic Winter Immersion Course in Palestine, you can immerse yourself in the region’s vibrant culture. With ample opportunities to practice and learn beyond the classroom, such as conversing with your host family or dining at local restaurants, your language skills will quickly progress.
The Center offers intensive winter courses for different Arabic dialects. Our instructors are well-versed in teaching both the Arabic dialects and Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). Their years of teaching experience will make learning easy and motivating. Furthermore, the Center also arranges activities that allow you to practice your Arabic outside of the classroom.
How To Book Your Arabic Course
To request an application form, please email Info@ecpalestine.org with “Winter Immersion Course in Palestine” as the subject line. We aim to reply to your email within 1-2 business days and will subsequently provide you with the application form.
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