The Study Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) program in Palestine is one of the most important programs offered by the Palestinian Center to foreigners from different countries around the world who wish to learn and study Standard Arabic or the well-known modern Arabic language. The program aims to teach Modern Standard Arabic, which is the language of education, media, and journalism in the Arab world.
The program aims to provide the learner with the largest possible number of lessons and educational situations based on videos, and diverse and intensive educational activities; To be able to meet his educational needs.
The Study Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) program in Palestine introduces the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), and the elements of language (sounds, vocabulary, and structures) in an integrative way. It also takes into account the linguistic, communicative, and cultural competencies, adopting the gradual method according to the level of the learner.
Why you should study Arabic?
- The Arabic language or the language of Daad is one of the most widespread languages within the group of Semitic languages, in the countries of the Arab world in addition to many other regions such as Turkey, Ahwaz, Mali, Chad, Senegal, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Iran, and South Sudan.
- The Arabic language represents an ancient Arab and Islamic culture and civilization, and it is a living, contemporary language that represents a wide segment of human societies that belong to a vital geographical area that is the focus of the world’s attention.
- Given the increasing demand for Arabic language learning by non-native speakers, for various motives; Political, diplomatic, economic, religious, cultural, educational, touristic, communicative, and others and the Arab Library’s lack of quality programs concerned with teaching Arabic, the Palestinian Center for Education worked to build an integrated program for teaching Arabic to non-native speakers to achieve the beneficiaries’ goals in a distinctive, updated and unconventional educational style.
How does being in Palestine help you improve your Arabic?
In order to fully grasp a foreign language, one must spend time in a country immersed in it. You can only learn so much by sitting in a classroom and, in order to break the barrier of fluency and understanding of the language, one should seriously consider studying abroad.
Palestine, unlike many other popular studies abroad destinations for Arabic learners, has an extremely small ex-pat community and it is less common to hear English spoken in daily life. Thus, you will be forced to communicate and navigate the country while using Arabic.
Specifically, within Palestine, the Palestinian Center in Hebron gives you all the tools and opportunities you need to engage in the culture, become a part of the society, and develop close relationships with people in the city to maximize your learning experience and progression in Arabic.
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Who teaches the Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) courses in Palestine?
The Palestinian Center maintains a staff of teachers who are fluent in Arabic and English. The Arabic instructors are skilled in teaching Arabic as a foreign language.
Brief Information About Study MSA in Palestine Program!
Place of Program | Hebron, Palestine |
Program Fees | Super Intensive = Starting from 580$ American Dollars Intensive = Starting from 430$ American Dollars Non-Intensive = Starting from 315$ American Dollars |
Age | 18-70 Years Old |
Minimum Duration | Super Intensive = One Week – 30 Hours Intensive = One Week – 20 Hours Non-Intensive = One Week – 12 Hours |
Maximum Duration | 12 Weeks |
Teaching Hours | Super Intensive = 6 hours – 5 days a week. Intensive = 4 hours a day – 5 days a week. Non-Intensive = 4 hours a day – 3 days a week. |
One Teaching Hour | 45 Minutes |
Average students in class | Individual Class (One to One). |
Class periods | Morning (8:30 – 12:30), Afternoon (12:30 – 16:00) |
Starting/Ending Dates | Flexible – Anytime |
Application Deadline | No Deadline |
Days off | Two days a week including Fridays |
Educational Degree | Not Required |
University Credit | Available |
When do MSA courses in Palestine take place?
The Study Modern Standard Arabic program in Palestine gives you the flexibility to determine the start and end dates for your Arabic program schedule.
- Arabic students arrange and coordinate their schedules with the Center’s administration.
- Arabic classes in Palestine may be arranged from one week up to three months.
Two Types of Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) courses in Palestine:
1. Intensive MSA course (one on one)– 5 Days a Week
- The student takes five days of lessons per week. Each lesson lasts for four hours. This is a total of 20 hours per week. The week begins on Sunday and runs through to Thursday (Friday, the day of worship and rest, and Saturday is the “weekend” in Palestine).
- This intensive Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) is ideal for those who wish to learn Arabic intensively and in a short period of time. This type of course is recommended for those who want to learn as much language as possible during their short stay in Palestine.
2. Regular MSA course (one on one) – 3 Days a Week
- The student takes three lessons per week for four hours per lesson for a total of 12 hours per week. The week begins on Sunday and runs through to Thursday (Friday, the day of worship and rest, and Saturday is the “weekend” in Palestine).
- This non-intensive Modern Standard Arabic is suitable for people who lack the time necessary to participate in daily lessons, or they simply need more time to follow up on what has been learned in the lesson, or to finish homework. Some students wish to have more time for visiting landmarks in Palestine, as well as learning the Arabic language.
- The non-intensive Modern Standard Arabic may be suitable for foreigners living in Palestine and working in international or local institutions. Those who live in Israel who would like to learn Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), such as students and workers, but with limited time for language lessons may appreciate a more abbreviated lesson schedule.
Our Arabic in Palestine Program Fees
1. Super Intensive Modern Standard Arabic Course – 5 Days a Week
580$ (American Dollar)
This includes 30 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
1000$ (American Dollar)
This includes 60 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
1500$ (American Dollar)
This includes 90 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
2100$ (American Dollar)
This includes 120 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
3900$ (American Dollar)
This includes 240 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
5850$ (American Dollar)
This includes 360 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
2. Intensive Modern Standard Arabic Course – 5 Days a Week
430$ (American Dollar)
This includes 20 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
775$ (American Dollar)
This includes 40 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
1100$ (American Dollar)
This includes 60 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
1450$ (American Dollar)
This includes 80 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
2850$ (American Dollar)
This includes 160 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
4350$ (American Dollar)
This includes 240 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, day trips, daily Palestinian breakfast, and a certificate of participation.
3. Non-Intensive Modern Standard Arabic Course – 3 Days a Week
315$ (American Dollar)
This includes 12 hours ofArabic classes, accommodation, local visits, daily Palestinian breakfast, certificate of participation.
575$ (American Dollar)
This includes 24 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, daily Palestinian breakfast, certificate of participation.
875$ (American Dollar)
This includes 36 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, daily Palestinian breakfast, certificate of participation.
1150$ (American Dollar)
This includes 48 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, daily Palestinian breakfast, certificate of participation.
2450$ (American Dollar)
This includes 96 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, daily Palestinian breakfast, certificate of participation.
3575$ (American Dollar)
This includes 144 hours of Arabic classes, accommodation, local visits, daily Palestinian breakfast, certificate of participation.
Where do I live while studying Modern Standard Arabic in Palestine?
The Palestinian Center will arrange your living quarters with either a Palestinian host family or at our dorm in Hebron, which is conveniently located to the city center and within easy reach to supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation. Daily breakfast at the Center with other internationals is included in the program.
Living Cost | Approx. 50$ a Week |
Meals Provided | Daily Breakfast at the Center |
Accommodation | At a Host Family or at Our Dorm |
Weekend | On Friday |
Wifi Access | At the Center, Host Family & Our Dorm |
Currency | Israeli Shekel (NIS) |
Transportation | Taxies & Mini-Vans |
Weather | Summer (25-30°C), Winter (0-9°C) |
Airport | Ben Gurion Airport in Israel – No Airport in Palestine |
What happens when I’m not studying Arabic?
Besides studying Arabic in Palestine, you will have plenty of opportunities to participate in our social, cultural, and community activities. Many community activities in Hebron are organized and presented by the center. Additionally, the Center organizes visits to local sites of interest in the city of Hebron.
Sightseeing may include visits to the Old City and its many souqs and markets, the Ibrahimi Mosque, a refugee camp, the Russian Orthodox Church is known for its beautiful gold dome, and the glass factories, to name a few destinations. Hebron is a city full of cafés and restaurants where you can spend an enjoyable time.
Arabic Placement Test
Students who have a knowledge of Arabic or who have already studied Arabic will need to take an exam to assess their language skill abilities before deciding on the required level of study.
Who is eligible to apply to Modern Standard Arabic program?
- Participants between the ages of 18-70 are eligible to participate in the Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) program.
- No academic degree is required in order to apply.
- Those who are younger than 18 years old can also apply but with one condition. One of your parents has to fill out and sign a parental consent form.
What does your weekly schedule look like?
The First Arabic Class starts at 8:30
Breakfast starts at 9:30 am
The second Arabic Class starts at 10:15
The Third Arabic Class starts at 11:20
homework & Revision starts at 12:20
Lunch Break starts at 2:00 pm
Day Trips to Refugee Camps in Bethlehem & Hebron
Local Visits to Learn about the Landmarks of the city of Hebron
Prepare & Cook a Traditional Palestinian Dish
Free Time starts at 16:00 or at 16:30
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How do I apply or receive additional information about MSA course?
Please send an email to Mr. Tamimi, at info@gopalestine.org. Please type “Study Modern Standard Arabic Program” or “Study MSA in Palestine” in the subject line. In the body of the email tell us of your interest, ask any questions you may have, and request an application. Very shortly we will reply to you.