Beginner level
This is the level at which a new learner (zero-level learner) begins learning Arabic, provided that this learner has not been previously exposed to the elements of the Arabic language, such as sounds, vocabulary, and structures. The preliminary level introduces the mechanical and procedural skills of the Arabic language in general, and this objective is emphasized through:
- This course presents speech sounds through its nine units.
- It introduces some common and widespread sensory vocabulary.
- It presents some basic communicative phrases.
General objectives of the preliminary level
- The learner will be able to recognize the sounds and phonetic phenomena of the Arabic language.
- They will be able to read isolated words and sentences with clear pronunciation.
- They will be able to introduce themselves and communicate with others very simply.
- They will be able to write sounds and phrases, either visually or otherwise.
Number of hours
The number of study hours suggested to pass the level: (80) study hours, distributed between self-study on the platform and live lessons.
- Use simple, familiar, and common expressions related to introducing themselves, their immediate surroundings, and daily life.
- Interact with basic situations they encounter if the other person speaks slowly and clearly.
- Rely on memorized phrases, sentences, and simple structures to express their needs.
General objectives of the lower beginner level (A1):
- To enable learners to participate in simple life situations.
- To develop learners' ability to express themselves using short, simple sentences.
- To enhance understanding of basic instructions and questions in everyday conversations.
- To build a basic linguistic foundation in vocabulary, structures, and grammar. This qualifies the learner for the next levels.
Number of hours:
To reach level A1, the learner needs approximately 120 study hours, divided between self-study on the platform and live lessons. Test your levelBeginner Level A2 is an extension and development of Beginner Level A1, where learners move from using language in very basic contexts centered around simple communicative situations to dealing with more detailed life situations.
At this level, learners focus on deepening their knowledge of previously acquired functional grammar through communicative situations, such as the present simple and continuous tenses, past, and future, by applying them in broader and more interactive contexts. They also gain the ability to construct longer and more detailed sentences.
Level A2 provides learners with the opportunity to understand texts and conversations that contain more detail than those at Beginner Level A1, while developing their skills to interact in social, professional, and cultural situations. This prepares them to better navigate daily life in diverse and multicultural environments.
General Objectives of Beginner Level A2:
- To enhance the learner's ability to interact in diverse and relatively complex life situations.
- Developing the learner's use of previously acquired tenses (simple and continuous present, past, and future) in more diverse contexts.
- Enabling the learner to describe daily experiences, events, and activities in greater detail.
- Introducing the learner to the cultural and social aspects associated with language use.
Number of hours
To reach level A2, the learner needs approximately 180 study hours, distributed between self-study on the platform and live lessons.
Intermediate level
The first intermediate level (B1) is a transitional step towards independent language use. At this level, learners begin to express their thoughts and experiences more clearly, moving beyond simple communication to interacting in more complex contexts than at the beginner level. Learners at this level can understand the main and sub-points in conversations and texts on familiar topics such as work, study, leisure, culture, customs, and people's lives, while also being able to handle unexpected situations while traveling or living in an Arabic-speaking environment.
Level B1 focuses on developing interactive communication skills in everyday life and cultural topics. This allows learners to speak and write about personal events and experiences, explain opinions, and express future plans in greater detail. They gradually use more complex linguistic structures and precise connectives. Culturally, this level is used for learning through topics that often blend concrete and abstract concepts.
General Objectives of Lower Intermediate Level (B1):
- To enhance the learner's ability to communicate effectively in social, practical, and cultural situations.
- This course enables learners to develop coherent ideas about everyday and general topics.
- It develops the ability to express feelings and preferences, ask questions, and seek clarification.
- It improves the use of advanced language structures such as conjunctions, conditional clauses, and the passive voice.
- It empowers learners to write coherent texts, such as stories, reports, and formal and informal letters.
- It enhances auditory comprehension of texts and conversations containing indirect details or unfamiliar language.
Number of hours
To reach level B1, learners need approximately 250 to 300 study hours, distributed between self-study on the platform and live lessons.
Upper-intermediate level (B2) represents an advanced stage of language independence, where learners can communicate fluently and confidently in most everyday, professional, and academic situations. At this level, learners can understand complex texts and conversations on a variety of topics, including social and cultural issues. They can also express their opinions clearly and systematically, presenting persuasive arguments and refuting differing viewpoints.
Level B2 focuses on developing analytical and critical thinking skills in Arabic, enabling learners to engage with analytical or argumentative texts, follow lengthy discussions, and participate effectively. Learners also gain a greater ability to use idiomatic and figurative language, enhancing their ability to write in a more professional and organized manner.
General Objectives of Upper-Intermediate Level (B2):
- To enhance fluency and flexibility in speaking and writing, with the ability to express complex ideas clearly and smoothly.
- To enable learners to debate and negotiate in academic or professional settings, with the ability to defend their viewpoints and present logical arguments.
- Develop advanced writing skills through writing essays, analytical reports, and formal and informal letters at an advanced level.
- Deepen cultural understanding through the study of topics related to history, literature, media, and politics, enabling learners to interact with native Arabic speakers in diverse contexts.
- Improve the advanced use of linguistic structures such as complex sentences, the passive voice, emphatic particles, and rhetorical devices, thus increasing the precision of expression.
Number of hours
To reach level B2, learners need approximately 500 to 600 study hours, distributed between self-study on the platform, live lessons, and practical activities.
Advanced level
Level C1 is a step towards linguistic proficiency, enabling learners to use Arabic fluently and flexibly in various academic, professional, and social situations. At this level, learners can understand lengthy and complex texts and conversations, even those on unfamiliar topics, and interact with native speakers effortlessly. They can also produce clear and detailed texts in a structured and coherent style, skillfully expressing subtle and complex ideas.
This level focuses on fostering independence in language use, allowing learners to engage with argumentative and analytical texts, express their viewpoints accurately, and demonstrate a deep understanding of diverse cultural and linguistic contexts.
General Objectives of the Lower Advanced Level (C1):
- To achieve high fluency with the ability to speak fluently and smoothly without hesitation or unwarranted pauses.
- To analyze and understand advanced texts, such as academic articles, formal speeches, and literary works, while extracting implicit meanings. Interact flexibly in complex dialogues and discussions, using persuasive arguments and employing effective persuasion and negotiation strategies.
- Produce accurate and coherent written texts, including analytical essays, professional reports, and formal letters, using advanced language techniques.
- Use language effectively in professional and academic settings, and understand specialized terminology in diverse fields such as politics, economics, culture, and the arts.
- Enhance the advanced use of linguistic structures, such as metaphors, idioms, rhetorical devices, and complex sentences, increasing accuracy and clarity in communication.
Number of Hours
To reach level C1, learners need approximately 700 to 800 hours of study, including direct interaction with native speakers, extensive listening, reading in diverse fields, and advanced writing practice.
Level C2 represents the pinnacle of language proficiency, where learners possess near-perfect control over Arabic, approaching the abilities of native speakers. This enables them to use the language fluently in any context with minimal difficulty. At this level, learners can understand complex texts of all types—literary, academic, and technical—including idiomatic expressions and implied meanings. They can also express their thoughts and opinions in a articulate, coherent, and precise manner, employing advanced rhetorical devices.
General Objectives of the Higher Advanced Level (C2):
- To use Arabic fluently and with complete mastery, interacting confidently and without hesitation in all formal and informal situations.
- To understand and comprehend lengthy and complex texts and conversations, including literary works, formal speeches, and high-level media content.
- To produce advanced professional and academic texts, such as research papers, analytical articles, and specialized reports, using sophisticated writing techniques.
- To participate in specialized and in-depth discussions, with the ability to present strong arguments, critically analyze ideas, and engage with abstract concepts flexibly.
- Comprehending and engaging with the intricate details of audio-visual content, such as academic lectures, intellectual debates, and complex media materials, with a deep understanding.
Number of Hours
To reach C2 level, learners need approximately 1000 to 1200 study hours, including direct interaction with native speakers, intensive listening, extensive reading across diverse fields, and advanced writing practice.