Summer Modern Standard Arabic Program 2025: If you’re seeking an intensive Arabic learning experience this summer, explore our Summer Intensive Arabic Program 2025 in Palestine. This program offers full immersion into Palestinian culture, politics, and daily life in Hebron, West Bank.

Participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with local communities, visit nearby Palestinian refugee camps, and gain valuable insights into the current human rights challenges faced by Palestinian refugees. This combination of language education and cultural immersion creates a truly impactful and enriching experience.

This program is ideal for anyone searching for a summer Arabic study abroad education in the West Bank, Palestine, Israel, or the Middle East. Students will be immersed in Palestinian culture, politics, and daily life. The curriculum includes visits and trips to several Palestinian colleges, and Bedouin regions, and getting to know local people.

Our Great Experience (+14 Years)

Engage in Palestine has been offering Arabic courses for non-native speakers since 2011 and we have hosted more than a thousand international visitors.

Throughout these years, we have been developing and delivering many Arabic immersion summer programs and online lessons, using the most advanced teaching methods which we enhance year after year.

As education is an active process that is always advancing, you will be part of this important, continued development whilst receiving a high quality level of education. 

The Center in Summer

The greatest time to visit Palestine is in the summer. This is when Engage in Palestine is most active. When there are more volunteers and more Palestinian students than at any other time of the year.

There will be several possibilities for you to meet wonderful people, practice Arabic, and learn about Palestinian life, all while improving your Arabic abilities. Life in Hebron will be more casual, with many people out on the streets enjoying their vacations.

This Summer Modern Standard Arabic Program 2025 is ideal for people having a summer vacation or anybody wishing to learn while on a long visit to the area. The summer programs combine a language concentration with complete understanding and involvement in  Palestinian culture, politics, and history, and include 4-6 hours of Arabic study every day.

When is the Summer Modern Standard Arabic Program 2025 Held?

The Summer Arabic program in Palestine will run for four weeks from 1st of June  to the 29th of June 2025.

A complete Arabic Immersion Experience

Summer Modern Standard Arabic Program 2025 offered by Engage in Palestine aims to enhance your relationship with the Arabic language through comprehensive immersion in Palestinian life and culture.

For this reason, intensive Arabic classes are taught fully in Arabic, and students are invited to engage in the cultural events and site visits organized by Engage in Palestine. This allows you to practice your language abilities in everyday situations while also connecting with the local people in Hebron, Palestine.

A Diverse Spectrum of Arabic Dialects

The Summer Modern Standard Arabic Program 2025 primarily focuses on teaching formal Arabic, commonly called Classical Arabic. Participants also have the unique opportunity to enhance their studies by incorporating various Arabic dialects. The program offers optional instruction in:

1. Palestinian Colloquial Arabic

The Study Palestinian Colloquial Arabic offers a unique opportunity for individuals seeking to learn the colloquial Palestinian dialect of Arabic (Ammiya or Levantine dialect), connect with the broader Palestinian diaspora, and immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of Palestine and the Levant region.

2. The Levantine Colloquial Arabic

The Levantine Colloquial Arabic (Shami or Ammiya Dialect) program, offered by Engage in Palestine, provides a unique opportunity for individuals eager to enhance their spoken Arabic skills by learning the Levantine dialect (Shami Arabic)

This comprehensive approach ensures participants develop a well-rounded proficiency in both formal and conversational Arabic, making their language-learning experience truly enriching.

How Many Hours of Arabic Will I Do?    

Engage with Palestine offers each dialect at varied degrees of difficulty, including starters, beginners, intermediates, and advanced learners. You will study your selected dialect in class for four hours a day, five days a week, with 80 hours of Modern Standard Arabic instruction for the month of June 2025.

Students are also welcome to add 2 private hours a day to help them practice what they study, help in the homework and improve their speaking skills

A Small Group Setting

To enhance the quality of the course, our summer intensive programs 2025 in Hebron, West Bank, Palestine are delivered in small groups of 5-7 students. Each student is allowed to talk, debate, engage, and fully improve their language abilities.

You’ll have the opportunity to receive the undivided attention of our highly skilled and knowledgeable Arabic teachers while they work with you.

The Best Way To Learn Arabic Rapidly

Summer Modern Standard Arabic Program 2025 is the best option for those who want to accelerate their Arabic language learning. Students undertake 4-6 hours of Arabic sessions every day, allowing them to maintain a continuous engagement with the language.

You will almost always cover the equivalent of one semester of Arabic language study in just four weeks with Engage in Palestine, resulting in a greater language retention rate and quicker proficiency.

Learn With Dedicated Palestinian Teachers

Teachers at Engage in Palestine are highly skilled professionals with postgraduate academic degrees in languages, Arabic studies, education, and related subjects.

At the moment, we have over ten Arabic instructors working full-time, all of them are enthusiastic about teaching Arabic and have received specialized training in teaching Arabic as a foreign language.

Living With a Palestinian Host Family

During their studies, students have the opportunity to stay with a Palestinian host family in the local area, offering an authentic cultural experience. This includes the possibility of attending weddings and other cultural events alongside the host family, providing a deeper connection to the community.

Alternatively, students can opt to stay in comfortable shared apartments, conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from the center. Both options are designed to enhance your stay and provide a supportive environment for your Arabic learning journey.

Program Structure

The first two days of the program will be exclusively focused on field trips,with a concentration on Arabic language and culture. This will help you settle into your new setting.

Arabic Course Components

  • Readings and class discussions
  • Book work
  • Meetings with local Palestinians and taking part in community and cultural activities
  • Daily homework
  • Quizzes, including a midterm and final exam
  • Total immersion in the Palestinian culture
  • Bi-weekly site visits and field trips

Program and Information Overview: 

ProgramSummer Modern Standard Arabic Program 2025
Place of ProgramHebron, West Bank, Palestine
Program FeesOne month = 1400€ (Euro)
Age18-70
Background in Arabic:Starter and beginner: None required. Intermediate: One year of previous study in Arabic. Advanced: Two years of previous study in Arabic.
Minimum Duration  One month – 80 Arabic Hours
Teaching Hours4 hours a day , 5 days a week
One Teaching Hour45 Minutes
Average Class Size5 – 7 Students
Class periodsMornings (8:30 – 12:30)
Afternoons (12:30 – 16:00)
Starting Date1st of June 2025
Ending Date29th of June 2025
Application Deadline30th of April 2025
Days offTwo days (Saturday and Sundays)
Educational DegreeNot required
University CreditAvailable

Eligibility

Students, undergraduates, graduates, retirees, Arabic learners, and adult students with an academic background can enroll in this summer program 2025 in Hebron, Palestine. You must be between the ages of 18 and 70 to apply, and you must be fluent in English..

Assessment And Placement

On the first day of the course, every student—aside from those who are total beginners—takes a written and spoken language competence test. The placement of students will then be decided by teachers after considering both their performance and past language studies.

Is the Arabic Language Intensive Summer Arabic Program Suitable For You?

Still unsure if this course is for you? Here are some examples of groups who would greatly benefit from our Arabic lessons in Hebron, Palestine:

  • Those who want to improve their theoretical language skills by practicing in real life situations
  • University Students who want to spend a semester studying abroad for a University Credit
  • Students on summer break
  • Those who want to learn about their Palestinian family heritage
  • Those who are interested in reading the Quran
  • Political science students who would like to work in Arabic-speaking countries
  • Social workers who are working directly with Arabic speakers
  • People who are conducting field work in the Middle East or in an Arabic-speaking country
  • Students who are planning to live or work in an Arabic-speaking country
  • Students of the Middle East, refugee law or human rights
  • People who are interested in studying a language overseas

Where Do Our Arabic Students Come From?

Everywhere! We at Engage in Palestine are honored to welcome guests from all lands, different faiths, and cultures. We are happy to spend our time and experiences with people of different cultures and backgrounds; there is no such thing for us as a “foreigner.”

Our students have come from all over the world, including the United Kingdom, the United States, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Germany, Sweden, Canada, France, Spain, Belgium, and Switzerland, among others, we have welcomed numerous Arabic students to Palestine. Brazil, Mexico, Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Australia, Japan, South Africa, Singapore, South Korea, Ireland, China, and New Zealand.    

Is your country not included on the list? This is your chance to join our rapidly developing global network as the first representative of your country.

Why should I join the Summer Intensive Arabic Immersion Program?

Here are a few reasons for joining the Summer Modern Standard Arabic Program 2025 in Palestine:

  • There are many different Arabic courses available, including Modern Standard Arabic, Levantine (Shami) dialects, Ammiya, Classical, and Palestinian Arabic, all taught utilizing cutting-edge methods in a intensive learning environment    
  • Arabic instruction from skilled, caring instructors with top-notch educational backgrounds
  • Breakfast with other participants (6 times a week)
  • Pre-departure and support during your time in Palestine
  • Visits to various sites in the city of Hebron (including refugee camps, the old city, different factories, etc.)
  • Understanding of Palestinian politics and the experience of occupation in the West Bank 
  •  Getting to know the human rights situation and helping the Palestinian refugees.
  • Engagement in educational, social and community activities
  • Palestinian hospitality and a pleasant climate
  • Living and gaining impressions from one of the most politically divisive and ambivalent regions of the Middle East
  • The opportunity to visit unique tourist attractions with a native perspective – including Bethlehem, Ramallah, Nablus, Hebron, Tulkarm, Qalqilyah, Jenin and the Dead Sea in Jericho
  • Visiting nearby cities both nationally and internationally such as Akko, Herzliya, Beersheva, Eilat, Tiberias, Netanya, Safed, Haifa, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Masada, Amman, Aqaba, Wadi Rum, and Nazareth
  • certificate upon completion

You will get the opportunity to meet Palestinian university and school students, as well as members of the Hebron community and local organizations, as an international student studying Arabic in Palestine.

Great Reviews And Community Awards

The Excellence Center/Engage in Palestine 🇵🇸 has proudly earned several Community Awards, was recognized as the Best Arabic Language School overseas provider for summer Arabic programs, and the Top Provider of Volunteer and Internship Opportunities abroad for the years 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023. For further details, please visit our profiles at:

Conclusion

If you’re looking for a Summer Modern Standard Arabic Program in 2025, Engage in Palestine offers an unparalleled opportunity. Immerse yourself in Palestinian culture, politics, and daily life in the vibrant city of Hebron, West Bank.

Throughout June 2025, Engage in Palestine hosts Summer Intensive Arabic Courses, allowing participants to spend up to a month learning Arabic while living in Palestine. The program combines immersive language instruction with an in-depth exploration of Palestinian politics, history, and culture.

Participants will experience the renowned warmth of Palestinian hospitality, explore globally significant historical landmarks, and deepen their understanding of the Arabic language. As summer approaches, we invite you to see, taste, and experience the rich heritage and beauty of Palestine.

Application Deadline?

To help with planning, we ask that you submit your application via email before the 30th of April of 2025

How To Get The Application Form?

Please send an email application request to Info@ecpalestine.org and put Summer Modern Standard Arabic Program 2025 as the subject line. We will then send you the application form.

Contact Us

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WhatsApp:+972 599 479 880

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