Swarthmore College offers courses in Arabic language, literature, and culture. The Arabic program, though based in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, is an integral part of Islamic Studies at Swarthmore. The Arabic program also supports the programs of Asian Studies and Comparative Literature.

This fall we will be offering the following language courses at our Jerusalem Campus, and/or Online as indicated under course descriptions: Modern Hebrew (All Levels), Spoken Arabic (All Levels), and Modern Standard Arabic (Levels 1 & III). Modern Hebrew is the majority spoken language in Israel, and one of the country’s two official languages. Arabic is the language of 22 Member States of UNESCO, a language with more than 422 million speakers in the Arab world.

The Arabic program introduces students to the Arabic language and culture. All courses are taught in Arabic and provide intensive work in oral and written expression. The language curriculum can be complemented with courses on the Middle East and North Africa offered by departments such as history, religious studies, and anthropology and with off-campus study program options. Students have opportunities to participate in the weekly Arabic table; interact with the Arabic assistant; and meet many scholars, writers, and government officials from the Middle East.

The Arabic program at Mount Holyoke is a part of the Five College Arabic Language Initiative. The coursework focuses on developing skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking Arabic as well as in Arab culture. The program offers two full years of Arabic instruction. You can pursue advanced studies of Arabic in the Five College Consortium. Students who study Arabic may choose to complete the minor in Arabic listed here or the major in Middle Eastern Studies for which language study is a principal component.

LEARN ARABIC FROM THE LANGUAGE EXPERTS You may be wondering how to learn Arabic? Our team of highly-trained language instructors works with you to help you learn the language effectively.

Online Arabic Program is a vital online program and a turning point in the history of teaching Arabic to non-native speakers. The program is a new learning model offered by the Saudi Electronic University to teach the Arabic language.

The Standardized Arabic Test is a pioneer project developed by the Saudi Electronic University adhering to best international practices in assessing language proficiency, taking into consideration the unique characteristics of the Arabic language. The availability of the test worldwide enables learners of Arabic as a foreign language to immediately know their Arabic proficiency levels.

ArabicOnline.Eu is the original internationally-recognized course of Arabic as a Foreign Language. Supported by the European Commission and designed for European and Western learners. Our online Arabic courses for Beginners to Intermediate levels have been designed for self-guided study via the internet. They have been developed with leading academics and experts in the field of Arabic as a Foreign Language and are suitable for all kinds of learners, regardless of age or academic background.

Arabic is the language of a rich and complex cultural heritage, the main language of Islam and the official language of 21 countries. In order to promote cultural literacy, the Arabic Studies Department at Williams stresses complementing classroom instruction with extra-curricular activities such as film screenings, performances, music concerts, a weekly language table, and guest lectures. Likewise, thematic parties with plenty of food introduce students to another important dimension of North African and Middle Eastern cultures.

Do you already have a good foundation in Arabic? The Advanced Arabic Premium Programme is a dedicated online course of study. The programme is designed for individual learners who have studied Arabic for at least two years. Students can start at any time and study at their own pace and according to their own time schedule. No additional materials are needed.

The Arabic Premium Programme is a dedicated online course of study. The programme is designed for individual learners who wish to validate their studies with tests and certificates. Students can start at any time and study at their own pace and according to their own time schedule. No additional materials are needed.

Our MSA program is tailored to meet the needs of all students interested in learning or improving Standard Arabic. It provides them with the necessary knowledge and training to acquire a full and clear understanding of the Arabic language system.

Depending on students interest, CMA may be taught utilizing either Arabic or Latin script, though the former is highly recommended to make life easier for daily tasks such as reading signs and getting around.

The Arab world is a rapidly growing market opening up numerous potential professional opportunities for Arabic speakers. Learning the language enables you to get more job opportunities both within and outside the region...

You don’t just want to live in the world — you want to make a difference in the world. Your horizon extends well beyond your hometown because you care about forging real connections across oceans and borders. In studying French or Arabic, you’ll learn a global language and gain the communicative and cultural competence to live, work, and make an impact in multiple continents. Every course will immerse you in history, politics, art, literature, social conflicts — the things that define people’s lives.