What you'll learn
Learn the Arabic language with our language short courses online & in Sydney.
In this online Arabic language beginner's course, you will learn formal Arabic and spoken Arabic. This course focuses on basic speaking and listening skills which will equip you to speak Arabic confidently and correctly with Arabic speakers from around the world.
We will cover the modern standard Arabic as well as different dialects in class, and practice how to pronounce Arabic words correctly. You will learn how to differentiate between Arabic soft sounds and amplified sounds as well as commonalities between Arabic sounds and non-spoken sounds made by English speakers.
The lessons are structured to be interactive, informal, and practical, giving you a good understanding of the Arabic language and culture in everyday life. At the end of this Arabic course, you will be able to communicate with simple vocabulary and basic sentences as well as identify the language with its many dialects.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this beginners Arabic course in Sydney, you should be able to enhance your career prospects by:
- Speak clearly and be understood in a limited way on some practical everyday matters
- Know the basic principles of the Modern Standard Arabic
- Understand Arabic cultures
- Have an ear for the Arabic language
- Have a simple conversation in Arabic
- Say and understand some phrases in different dialects
Course content
What will be covered in this Arabic beginner’s course?
Topics
- Greetings and introducing oneself
- Identifying MSA and other dialects
- Ask and respond to simple questions
- Numbers, times, and seasons
- Cultural practices and taboos
- Basic language principles
Grammar
- MSA alphabet and pronunciation
- Word order – where to place what
- Gender
- Formal and spoken Arabic
Intended audience
Who is this Arabic beginner’s course for?
This course is for complete beginners - no prior experience is required, making it ideal for students looking to upskill.
Course venue
Online via Zoom
- Zoom details. We will email you the zoom login details on the day of your class.
- Requirement: A device (preferably a computer) and a stable internet connection.
Course materials
What to bring to class
- Textbook
- Notebook and pen
Textbook
Please purchase the course textbook – which is used for Arabic for Beginners Course: Speaking and Listening and Arabic for Beginners Course: Reading and Writing.
Talk Arabic(Book/CD Pack) -The ideal Arabic course for absolute beginners(opens in a new tab)
ISBN: 9781406680164
ISBN-10: 1406680168
We recommend purchasing your textbook after your course has been confirmed (usually within three working days of the proposed start). The textbook is not included in the enrolment fee.
Certificate of attendance
Achievement Recognition
Upon successfully completing the course with at least 80% attendance, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance. This certificate serves as a testament to your commitment and effort in mastering the Arabic language. It can be a valuable addition to your resume, showcasing your dedication to personal and professional growth.
Additional information
- Course delivery: Fully online through interactive virtual classrooms.
- Certificate: A certificate of completion will be provided to students who successfully finish the course.
Course testimonials
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Robert said: The tutor was able to motivate the students and form a group feeling. She provided useful notes (some with verbal recordings for pronunciation) and moved between formal and informal registers of Arabic with clarity. The lesson seemed well prepared. I think we learned a lot in the time available. I enjoyed the course and feel I gained lot from it.
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Caitlin said: Our tutor, Adel was warm, welcoming and invited us into experiencing the Arabic language and culture through a clear sequence of beginners' words, phrases and scenarios. Adel supported my confidence through repetition, showing connections between words, phrases and meaning, and best of all sharing stories from Arabic cultures, across the world.
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Justine said: I loved the location, price point, hours and convenience of this class. Lovely tutor and was very patient! I will come back for class 2!
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Ahmad said: The course materials provided are quite useful for the beginner level students, who wish to learn the Arabic language. The tutor put a lot of effort in to make every session interesting. I enjoyed this course very much and I have learnt many useful phrases that can be useful for travelling or when shopping.
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William said: The tutor was amazing. A great mix of teaching us culture, language, writing and pronunciation - amazing course and I will be back.
Course tutors
Adel Belkhair
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