Print Arabic Beginners Stage 1
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Arabic is one of the world's most widely spoken languages, with over 300 million speakers across the Middle East and North Africa. Learning Arabic opens doors to new cultures, travel experiences, and meaningful conversations. Whether you're interested in visiting an Arabic-speaking country, connecting with friends and family, or exploring a new language, this short, practical course is the perfect introduction.
Course Content
The course focuses on practical, spoken and written language as used in daily life.
You will:
- Introduce yourself and ask/answer basic questions
- Order food and drinks, shop, and use numbers in context
- Ask for directions and navigate simple travel situations
- Learn how the Arabic alphabet works and how to read and write simple phrases.
- Understand basic sentence patterns and everyday vocabulary
- Be introduced to key aspects of Arab cultures and customs
Benefits and unique features of the course:
-Learn everyday Arabic as used across the Arab speaking world.
-Taught in a supportive, small-group environment for adult learners
-Emphasis on practical vocabulary in real-life scenarios
-Develop confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing skills;
-Led by an experienced linguist, familiar with the needs of beginners
Safety Information
We want to keep you safe while you are at RHACC and as such all on-site classes will have additional hygiene procedures in place, as per government guidelines. Please note that if guidance changes, we may need to make changes to your course, such as reducing numbers attending onsite, or in the event of lockdown, postponing or moving the course online. Please act responsibly and do not attend the class if you display any of the symptoms of Covid-19 or have been in recent contact with someone who has. Please see government advice here.
Entry Requirements
No previous knowledge of Arabic is required. This course is designed for complete beginners. All you need is an interest in language and culture, and a willingness to participate in class activities.
First Class Requirements
Pen and paper
Attendance Requirements
Regular attendance is advisable.
Assessment Methods
You may like to progress to Arabic Beginners Stage 2, or explore other languages at RHACC.
Additional Information
If you require further course information or advice & guidance that is not answered in this outline please email art@rhacc.ac.uk.
