Arabic Language for Beginners (Level 0 -> A1)

This course is designed for complete beginners who want to start learning a new language from scratch in a supportive, structured environment. Over the duration of the programme, you’ll develop essential communication skills that help you navigate everyday situations with confidence.

The focus is on practical language use: greeting people, introducing yourself, exchanging basic personal information, talking about your daily life, and managing common real-world interactions such as shopping, dining out, or staying in hotels. You’ll also build introductory cultural awareness of the regions where the language is spoken.

The course follows Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and is suitable for learners with very minimal prior experience or no experience at all.

Schedule & Commitment

• Every weekend (Saturday & Sunday)
• 4 hours per week (including three 10-minute stretch breaks)
• 16 weeks total

Who This Is For

• Absolute beginners or learners with little to no previous exposure to the language
• Not suitable for students who have already completed Introductory Arabic, Arabic for Beginners, or Arabic Level A1

What You’ll Learn
By the end of the course, participants will be able to

• Use very simple words, phrases, and short sentences to ask and answer questions on familiar topics
• Understand common words and basic expressions related to personal information and immediate needs
• Read and recognise familiar names, words, and short simple sentences
• Write brief, straightforward texts of a personal nature

Assessment & Participation
Learners are assessed evenly across the four core language skills:

• Speaking: 25%
• Writing: 25%
• Listening comprehension: 25%
• Reading comprehension: 25%

To successfully complete the course and earn certificate, participants must submit at least 80% of the total assessed components, including examinations.

Course Focus
The course aims to

• Introduce learners to basic everyday expressions and simple phrases used in common situations
• Enable learners to give and request personal information about themselves and others
• Provide opportunities to interact in a simple and supportive way with other speakers of the language

This meetup is ideal if you’re looking for a structured, beginner-friendly introduction to a new language, with balanced practice across speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.