About Arabic Language Intensive Program (ALIN)

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The Department of Arabic Language Instruction invites you to embark on an unforgettable language and cultural experience, that will open up opportunities for you, give you a different vision of life, and help you reach your career and professional goals. Offered by the century-old educational institute, located in the social and cultural hub of the Middle East, the program delivers a unique opportunity for students to fully engage in an exceptional experience of Arabic language learning and Arab cultural immersion.

Who is it for?

• The Arabic Language Intensive Program (ALIN) offers intensive Arabic language courses, catering for students and serious learners from all over the world who need to gain a broad understanding and a good command of contemporary Arabic language and culture as quickly and as effectively as possible.
• Non-native Arabic speakers from different professional backgrounds and, but not limited to, learners with specific career aspirations
• Study abroad and non-degree learners wishing to explore a new language and open new opportunities.

What does it offer?

• Intensive full-semester 12-15 credit hours Arabic program, offering courses in both Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and Egyptian Colloquial Arabic (ECA), focusing on the communicative aspect and development of language skills.
• Accommodates all skill levels with elementary, intermediate, and advanced courses.
• Incorporates an important cultural dimension; learners explore the culture and use the language through free tours and subsidized weekend trips and language exchange partners.
• Available in the fall and spring terms.

Premium Benefits

• A unique opportunity to learn Arabic efficiently in a short time
• Small-size classes (10 - 12 students)
• Flexible program duration from one semester, up to three years
• Wide variety of courses
• Cultural trips and tours

ALIN Faculty

• Outstanding instructors, most of which have extensive experience in teaching Arabic to non-native speakers.
• ALI instructors who hold an MA in TAFL, with a passion for teaching the Arabic language at all levels of proficiency.
• Updated with the world’s leading research in the teaching methodology and developing world-class teaching materials
• Widely published in Arabic learning resources and textbooks

Where will you study?

• The program location will be AUC's Tahrir Square campus.