Arabic 5 course (A1+ → A2-)
Level: Beginner (0/A2)
Are you already familiar with the Arabic language and looking for a semi-advanced Arabic language course? Or have you followed our other Arabic language courses and are ready for the next step? In Arabic level 5, you will work towards language level A2-. You will also learn more about Arabic culture and the various Arab countries.
Please note: this course is given in Dutch.
This course is not currently scheduled. Could a private course be something for you? Or take a look at our other group courses.
About Arabic 5
In this course, you will learn to hold conversations and ask the right questions. In addition, you will become familiar with the following topics: Arabic proverbs, talking about someone’s character, leisure, sports, work, professions and making an appointment.
During this course you will:
- give a presentation in Arabic on a topic of your choice
- practise writing a short essay and be able to write longer texts on a subject of your interest.
- learn how to write your CV in Arabic and substantiate your opinions in writing.
The course is suitable if you have completed Arabic level 4 or if you have achieved level A1 through other means. Not sure what your language level is? Then take our free placement test.
Learning goals
In the Arabic Level 5 course, you will work towards language level A2-.
After completing this course you:
- can speak and write Arabic about various personal topics, such as family, hobbies, work, sports and leisure
- will be able to talk about yourself and your own background
- understand the main idea of longer Arabic articles
- will be optimally prepared for a stay in an Arabic country and for working with people from an Arabic background.
You will be ready for the Arabic level 6 course.
At Babel, you will learn Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). This is the official language in the Arab world and is used in the media, books, newspapers and documents. The spoken language is different in every region, but if you master the MSA, it is relatively easy to then learn a dialect of a particular country or area.
Method
- As a teaching method, we use the book Mastering Arabic 2. This method contains a varied range of texts and exercises. Thanks to the accompanying website and app, you master the Arabic language in an interactive and constructive way. We assume that you have the book with you during the first meeting.
- During the meetings, we address the questions you have as a result of the self-study. We then briefly repeat the words and grammar from the previous lesson, after which we start the new exercises in class, individually or in groups. When working with other students, the emphasis is on speaking and conversation skills.
Time investment
- Arabic 5 consists of 9 sessions of 1,5 hours at Babel in Utrecht or in the virtual classroom.
- To ensure that you learn as much as possible from the classes, you should expect to spend approximately 2 to 3 hours per week on study and the completion of materials and assignments, which will be discussed during the classes.
Practical
- The teacher will speak Arabic as much as possible. Participants can ask questions in Arabic or in Dutch.
- You can order the necessary books for this course via our website’s Order Books page. You should make sure to have the book before the start of the first lesson.
- You will receive a certificate if you attend at least 8 of the 9 classes.
- Do you work at Utrecht University or are you registered as an (exchange) student at the university? Then you get a 15% discount on this course! Register with your UU e-mail address, and the discount will be automatically processed.
Take our placement test
If you want to take a course at Babel, it is important to take our free placement test.
