Arabic 0>pre-A1

  Everyone       Elementary

€ 480

25% discount for UG and Hanze students
10% discount for UG, UMCG, and Hanze staff
 

Arabic 0>pre-A1

  Everyone

   Elementary

 480

25% discount for UG and Hanze students
10% discount for UG, UMCG, and Hanze staff

 

 

 

 

 

Have you always wanted to learn Arabic? The beginners’ Arabic course at the University of Groningen Language Centre introduces you to the Arabic language and culture. We teach Standard Arabic (MSA), the form that is spoken and understood across the Arab world. You will get to know the Arabic script and culture and start learning basic words and phrases. We will practice everyday conversations, such as in a restaurant, on the street, or during a chat with an acquaintance. This will help you quickly get by in Arabic!
Who is this course for?

This course is for beginners of Arabic. During the course, we work towards CEFR level pre-A1. The course is taught in Arabic as much as possible, with explanations provided in Dutch or English depending on the group participants. It is therefore important that you have a good command of English in order to participate in the course.

What will you learn in this course?

The course consists of 12 lessons of two contact hours, during which the following topics will be covered:

  • Reading and writing the Arabic script
  • Vocabulary
  • Short sentences
How many hours of independent study are required?

You should expect to spend a total of 30 hours on independent study in order to stay on track with the course. Each week, you are expected to go through the lesson material, learn and practise the vocabulary, complete the grammar exercises and pay sufficient attention to your listening and reading skills.

What will you be able to do after the course?
  • Read and write in Arabic 
  • Explain who you are, where you live, and where you come from
  • Greet people

After successfully completing this course, you will be ready for the follow-up course Arabic pre-A1>A1.

Course material

During this course, we use the following materials. You will need to purchase these materials yourself. The text book and workbook are both available in English and Dutch. The content is the same, so you can choose yourself which one you buy.

  • Yalla Yalla! Part 1 Textbook, Arabic for beginners
    Josien Boetje, Mariska Keizer Verbeek, Rami al-Sheikh. 
    ISBN English Textbook: 9789046973752 (2024)
    ISBN Dutch Textbook: 9789046907030 (1st edition, 2021)
    Available at Publisher Coutinho       

These books are not compulsory (optional), but useful:

  • Yalla Yalla Part 1 Workbook, Arabic for beginners English
    Josien Boetje, Mariska Keizer Verbeek, Rami al-Sheikh.
    ISBN English Workbook: 9789046909331 (2024)
    ISBN Dutch Workbook: 9789046907047 (1st edition 2021)
  • Yalla Yalla! Schrijfschrift, Basiscursus Arabisch (1e druk 2023)
    Josien Boetje, Mariska Keizer Verbeek.
    ISBN 9789046908419

  • Yalla Yalla! Tekstboek- Supplement Egyptisch, Basiscursus Arabisch op weg naar A1- deel 1 (1st edition 2022) 
    Josien Boetje, Mariska Keizer Verbeek.
    ISBN 9789046908389

Practical information

Have a look at all our Arabic course options.

Arabic language courses

  • Getting to know the Arabic language and culture
  • Learn at a fast pace
  • Interactive lessons
  • Engaging and experienced teacher
€ 480

25% discount for UG and Hanze students
10% discount for UG, UMCG, and Hanze staff

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Course participant says

 
The atmosphere during the lessons was very fun and pleasant, making mistakes did not feel uncomfortable at all. Also, the teacher made the topics we covered very interesting!
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Course participant says

The atmosphere during the lessons was very fun and pleasant, making mistakes did not feel uncomfortable at all. Also, the teacher made the topics we covered very interesting!