Learn Arabic
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Learn Arabic with our lunch time and evening language classes.
Explore our Arabic language short course
Arabic is the official language in many regions that have shaped global events and international policies. There are approximately 300 million Arabic speakers worldwide, and Arabic is one of the six official languages of the United Nations.
Learning Arabic is an opportunity to explore the rich cultural heritage of Arabic-speaking countries, including literature, gastronomy and art. Knowledge of Arabic is rare in the UK and can help you stand out in the job market. Your communication skills could help forge valuable relationships with people in different fields in the Middle East.
You will be learning Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), the language of print, formal TV programmes (i.e. news) and education. MSA is used for official communication across the Arab world.
Brighton is a great place to learn Arabic. There are many Arabic restaurants, cafés, shops and cultural events where you can practise your language skills and meet new people.
See our available Arabic courses by study level below, with information about course length, start dates, fees and whether they’re open for enrolment.
You can also find out more general information about our courses, including which study level is right for you, details about your learning experience and what facilities are available.
| Days, time and mode | Start date | End date | Duration | Fees | Enrolment |
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| Wednesdays, 6.30pm - 8pm (in-person) | 8 Oct 2025 | 22 April 2026 | 20 weeks | £345 (£315 conc.) | Closed |
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| Arabic: Foundations for Medical Students and Professionals (in-person) | 10 Feb 2026 | 5 May 2026 | 10 weeks | £190 (£175 conc.) | Open |
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| Arabic: Foundations for Medical Students and Professionals (online) | 12 Feb 2026 | 7 May 2026 | 10 weeks | £190 (£175 conc.) | Open |
| Mondays, 1pm - 2.30pm (in-person) | 9 Feb 2026 | 18 May 2026 | 12 weeks | £230 (£210 conc.) | Open |
| - Level 2 – Elementary |
| Days, time and mode | Start date | End date | Duration | Fees | Enrolment |
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| Mondays, 1pm - 2.30pm (in-person) | 6 Oct 2025 | 20 April 2026 | 20 weeks | £345 (£315 conc.) | Closed |
Terms and conditions
If you’re thinking of enrolling we recommend you read our full terms and conditions.
Contact
If you have any queries, email languageshortcourses@sussex.ac.uk or call +44(0) 1273 872575.
Use our enquiry form if you have a question about any of our language short courses.
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