Intensive Courses
Objectives
- To disseminate the Arabic language and culture as widely as possible among non-native speakers.
- To introduce Arab and Islamic culture, and Arab and Islamic countries.
- To enable non-Arabic speakers to communicate in Arabic, making it a second language for them and facilitating their communication.
- To enable members of Arab communities in non-Arabic-speaking countries to learn the Arabic language and culture.
Target Audience:
- Non-Arabic speakers who wish to learn Arabic for specific purposes.
- Non-Arabic speakers who wish to learn Arabic to pursue their studies at universities where Arabic is the language of instruction.
- Non-Arabic speakers who wish to work or be employed in Arab countries.
- Members of Arab communities residing in non-Arabic-speaking countries.
Study Plan:
First: Intensive Courses:
1- All studies are conducted online via the Stardom University digital platform. Lectures are available both synchronously and asynchronously, as required by the program, allowing anyone wishing to study Arabic, regardless of their country or continent, to enroll at a time that suits them.
2- The courses are offered at three levels: Beginner (A), Intermediate, and Advanced (C). Students are accepted after passing an online interview (which serves as an aptitude test to determine their appropriate level).
3- Each level lasts two months, with 10 hours of study per week.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the three levels of the intensive course and passing the exam, students will be able to communicate effectively in Arabic, both spoken and written, and will possess a reasonable understanding of Arabic culture.
Course Certificate:
Upon successful completion of the intensive courses and passing the exam, students will receive a recognized certificate of attendance.
Textbooks Used in the Courses
1- Al-Lisan Series - Muhammad Abas et al., Abu Dhabi, 2003.
2- Arabic for the World Series - Dr. Hassan bin Muhammad Al-Shamrani, King Saud University, Riyadh, 2010.
3- The Foundation Book - Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO), Tunis, Second Edition, 2006.
4- Arabic Between Your Hands Series - Dr. Abdul Rahman bin Ibrahim Al-Fawzan, Imam Muhammad bin Saud University, 2014.