Individual Arabic Courses in Hebron, West Bank, Palestine (1-13 Weeks): The Excellence Center in Hebron, West Bank, Palestine offers private, customised Arabic courses ranging from 1 to 13 weeks in duration. Our experienced Arabic teachers provide one-to-one instruction in a variety of dialects, including Palestinian spoken Arabic, Levantine, and Classical/Modern Standard Arabic.
Our immersive Arabic courses are designed for a diverse range of learners, from international businessmen and diplomats to travelers exploring Israel, Palestine, and the Levant, as well as those interested in reading the Quran. We offer both standardised Arabic classes and tailored colloquial dialect courses from Syrian, Palestinian, and other Levantine regions.
Our private Arabic lessons are flexible and allow you to create a curriculum that meets your specific needs and requirements. With our customised approach, you can choose the pace and focus of your instruction, allowing you to maximize your learning experience.
Private Arabic Courses In Palestine in 2025/2026
The Excellence Center in Palestine is now accepting applications for its 2025/2026 Private Arabic Courses. These programs include Customized One-on-One Arabic Lessons, Online Private Arabic Courses, and Immersive Private Arabic Programs.
Designed for professionals such as journalists, diplomats, and individuals preparing to work in Arabic-speaking countries, these courses offer tailored instruction to meet your specific needs. We look forward to welcoming you to these personalized learning opportunities in 2025/2026!
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Arabic Dialects Offered
Arabic has a wide range of dialects, something which is an important factor to consider for anyone starting the language. Depending on your reason for learning the language and what you wish to do with it, one dialect is usually much more suitable for you than others.
If you are currently unsure about which dialect you wish to study, it is worth learning more about the differences between them to sew which best meets your needs. We are always available to offer you advice if you would like assistance to make that decision.
The Excellence Center in Palestine offers many different Arabic language courses including:
- Modern Standard Arabic (MSA)
- The Palestinian Colloquial Arabic
- Shami or Levantine Arabic (Amiyya dialect)
- Colloquial Syrian Arabic
- Mixed Program: (Modern Standard Arabic & Shami Arabic)
A customised Arabic curriculum can be focused on your particular needs and wants, whether they involve reading, writing, or speaking and listening. Additionally, our one-to-one Arabic courses can be fashioned to meet the needs of international students who wish to conduct studies for their university.
Personalized Arabic Courses
As our Arabic classes are offered to you personally and taught one-to-one, we are able and willing to tailor lessons to cater to your needs and requirements.
A curriculum can be constructed for you that will address language and academic needs including:
| Courses of Arabic for diplomats | Arabic Language courses for media |
| Arabic Language lessons for academic purposes | Classical (Fusha) Arabic for learning Quran |
| Spoken Arabic for business | Palestinian Colloquial Arabic |
Our Private Arabic Courses In Palestine Are Targeted For Language Learners Who:
- Would like to develop their Arabic speaking skills
- Study political science, Middle East Studies, or international relations
- Arabic-speaking people who live in Europe, America or elsewhere in the diaspora
- Businessmen who seek language proficiency
- Any others who simply want to learn Arabic for pleasure or study
Depending on language level, and learning preferences, students at the Excellence Center have the choice of taking Arabic lessons with a teacher who speaks English, or having classes taught entirely in Arabic.
One-To-One Arabic Lessons Online
For anyone planning on traveling to Israel/ Palestine, Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Syria or other countries in the Levant in the future, or who have visited the region and wish to continue studying, we offer further lessons online.
Or perhaps you are not planning on traveling but wish to learn Arabic for another reason. If you are unable to join us in person in Hebron, you can study with us from anywhere in the world online. For online classes, you may choose from any of the dialects listed above.
Find out more information on Online Arabic Classes, please click here.
Qualified Teachers
At the Excellence Center, we take great pride in our faculty and staff, who are all native Levantine Arabic speakers. Our teachers possess varying degrees in related fields, such as Teaching Arabic to Non-native Speakers, Teaching Arabic as a Second Language, Arabic Cultural Studies, Arabic Literary Studies, and many others.
We believe that this combination of linguistic expertise and academic knowledge enables our instructors to deliver an immersive and comprehensive Arabic learning experience.
Are The Courses Taught In English?
Yes, all of our Arabic courses are designed for English speakers. However, as students progress to higher levels, the use of English in the classroom decreases to promote full immersion in the Arabic language.
It is important to note that for those who study with us in-person, navigating through Hebron will require utilizing their Arabic skills to the best of their ability. This creates a fully immersive experience and enhances language learning by allowing students to practice their Arabic in real-life situations.
How The Arabic Lessons Are Taught
The Excellence Center employs Palestinian teachers who hold a bachelor’s degree in either Arabic or English Studies. Beginners are placed with Palestinian teachers who speak good English in order to facilitate the learning process.
Arabic students who already speak fair to good Arabic are placed with teachers who speak basic English, with the primary communication between student and teacher conducted in Arabic. We feel it benefits the learner to speak in the target language as much as possible, although this is naturally hard for beginners.
In addition, Arabic students have the choice of taking Arabic lessons with:
- A Palestinian teacher who speaks English and Arabic
- A Palestinian teacher who speaks only Arabic
What Is The Difference Between The Course Intensities?
Please note that course intensity refers to the number of classes, frequency of class meetings, level of immersion, and amount of assigned homework, rather than the course level itself. Each dialect and Arabic course level is offered in the following intensities:
1. Non-intensive Course
If you are interested in a long term program of 1-3 months, we recommend students enroll in a non-intensive course, which will provide you with plenty of in-class instruction (4 lesson hours* per day, 3 days a week) while still leaving ample time to explore the city of Hebron and immerse yourself in Palestinian culture.
2. Intensive Course
The intensive course is designed to further immerse students in the Arabic language and culture. These courses are held 5 days a week for approximately 4 lesson hours* each day, giving a total of about 20 lesson hours* of instruction per week. Intensive Arabic courses will also add additional homework and out of classroom assignments for participants.
3. Super-intensive Course
Finally, our super-intensive courses are designed for students who are looking for an accelerated Arabic course in a completely immersive, high-intensity classroom setting. Super-intensive Arabic courses are conducted 5 days a week at 6 lesson hours* of instruction per day, totaling approximately 30 lesson hours* per week. We recommend those studying less than a month enroll in this program.
* Please note that 1 lesson hour = 45 minutes.
Which Course Is For Me?
When you enroll in one of our Arabic courses, you have the flexibility to choose which dialect, course level, and intensity suits you best. If you are uncertain about the differences between dialects or which one will best meet your needs, our team is always available to offer guidance and advice.
Additionally, the Excellence Center provides a free placement test to evaluate your Arabic language skills in four crucial areas: speaking, reading, writing, and listening, helping you determine the appropriate course level for yo
Will I Be The Only International Student In Hebron?
Not at all! Every month, the Excellence Center welcomes new international students and volunteers from around the world to Hebron, Palestine, to participate in our various programs. So, you will never be alone! The number of volunteers and students at the Center varies throughout the year, with summer being the busiest time. However, there will always be other international participants at the Center during your stay with us, regardless of the time of year.
Our international participants often organize various gatherings and trips together during their free time, exploring places such as Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Jericho and the Dead Sea, Bethlehem, Ramallah, Nablus, Haifa, Eilat, Nazareth, and more. Additionally, many participants also take advantage of the opportunity to experience “couch surfing” in the Galilee and other adventurous activities. You will have plenty of opportunities to meet new people and make new friends!
These are only some of the experiences that await you as an Arabic student with free time to explore. Ahlan wa Sahlan! Welcome!
Brief Information About The Arabic Individual Courses In Palestine
| Place of Program | Hebron, West Bank, Palestine |
| Program Fees | Price List |
| Age | 18-70 Years Old |
| Minimum Duration | Super-intensive = One Week – 30 Teaching Hours Intensive = One Week – 20 Teaching Hours Non-intensive = One Week – 12 Teaching Hours |
| Maximum Duration | 13 Weeks |
| Teaching Hours | Super-intensive = 6 teaching hours a day – 5 days a week; Intensive = 4 teaching hours a day – 5 days a week; Non-intensive = 4 teaching hours a day – 3 days a week. |
| One Teaching Hour | 45 Minutes |
| Class periods | Morning (8:30 – 12:30), Afternoon ( 12:30 – 16:00) |
| Starting/Ending Dates | Flexible – Anytime |
| Application Deadline | No Deadline |
| Days off | Super-intensive and Intensive = two days (Fridays & Saturdays) Non-intensive = four days (Fridays, Saturdays and two other days of your choice) |
| Educational Degree | Not Required |
| University Credit | Available |
| Program’s reviews | Reviews and ratings On Gooverseas.com Reviews and ratings On Goabroad.com Participants video testimonials |
Where Will I Live While Taking Arabic Lessons In Palestine?
The Excellence Center in Palestine arranges your accommodation during your stay in Hebron.
We offer three main options:
- Female students usually live with a local Palestinian family.
- Male participants can stay in our modern shared apartment, just five minutes from the Excellence Center in Hebron, West Bank, Palestine.
- Private room in Hebron (additional costs will apply)
Your Benefits While Studying With Us
- Studying Arabic while being immersed in Palestinian culture, daily life and society while living in Hebron
- Well-qualified, attentive Arabic teachers, each with an excellent educational background, ready and happy to help you
- Opportunity to improve or practice your Arabic by communicating with native speakers in the local community
- Undertaking trips to the old city, holy sites, other sites, a refugee camp in Hebron and more during your time
- Meetings with Palestinian university, school students and teachers
- Free time to travel to historical locations and nearby cities including Jerusalem, Jericho, Ramallah, Nablus and Bethlehem (on your own or with fellow students or volunteers)
- The ability to visit nearby cities as well as in those in Jordan including Akko, Herzliya, Beersheva, Eilat, Tiberias, Netanya, Safed, Haifa, Tel Aviv, Nazareth, Masada, Amman, Aqaba, and Wadi Rum
- Accommodation either with a Palestinian family or in our male dorm
- Attendance at Palestinian cultural nights, such as weddings, or those featuring entertainment
- A participant’s certificate upon completion
When Do The Individual Arabic Classes Take Place?
International Arabic students themselves determine the schedule for Arabic lessons, both the start and end dates. Students have the freedom to attend the Excellence Center’s Arabic classes on a schedule as arranged between the student and the administration of the Center.
Reviews, Awards And Recognition
The Excellence Center in Hebron has now over 10 years of experience, and prides itself on the positive feedback received from over 800 international interns, students and volunteers to the Center since our founding in 2011.
We continue to strive towards “excellence”: In 2022 we were rated one of the top three programs worldwide in offering volunteer opportunities and one of the top three language schools worldwide by Go Overseas. We received a total of five Go Overseas Community Choice Awards in 2022. The Excellence Center was also recognized as one of the top Teach Abroad Providers for the category of “benefits” and one of the Top Internship Abroad Providers for the categories of “growth” and “support”.
In 2021, we were also rated one of the top three programs worldwide in offering volunteer opportunities. We also received community choice awards by Go Overseas in the category “Best Language School”, voted best on “fun” and “instruction.”
In 2019, we received our first “Go Overseas Community Choice Awards” to acknowledge the Excellence Center’s impact on the community of travelers around the world. The Excellence Center continues to be a highly rated travel organization across its selection of programs.
Check out our many great reviews here:
- 835+ Reviews (96%) on Gooverseas.com
- 170+ Reviews (94%) on Goabroad.com
- Participants’ video testimonials
Summary
For anyone wishing to learn one of the dialects of Arabic that we offer, in an immersive environment where you will use Arabic inside and outside of the classroom in your daily life, our Arabic programs are for you. When you study with us in person, you will be immersed in not only the Arabic language, but Palestinian culture and daily life as well. Our Arabic immersion programs promise to be a transformative and enriching experience for all who pursue them.
Our private Arabic courses are an excellent opportunity for you, whether you are a current student, a postgraduate, a professional, a retiree or anyone who wishes to study Arabic via immersion. Studying via immersion is a fantastic way to improve your Arabic because you will have so many opportunities to use Arabic in a natural way in your daily life outside of the classroom. For current university or college students, we can even provide academic credit to you, so you can make the most of this opportunity to travel to Palestine, improve and practice your Arabic in an authentic context while also working towards your studies at the same time.
During your time with us, you will have several days off per week to explore and travel as you please. You will also have the chance to join the visits we organize in and around Hebron to numerous sights, which may include the old city, a glass and ceramics factory, local organizations, a refugee camp, a Bedouin village and more. Additionally, we host many international volunteers and students, so you will have the opportunity to meet and make friends with people from all over the world.
Our in-person courses are very flexible, you can study for as long as you like from 1-13 weeks and at any time of the year. If you are unable to join us in person, we offer flexible online classes to you, so you can join us without leaving home. From all of us at the Excellence Center in Palestine, we would be more than happy to have you as part of our family here in Hebron. Apply today and begin or continue your linguistic journey!
How Do I Apply For The Arabic Course?
To apply for the Arabic Individual Course in Palestine, simply send an email to Rafat@excellencenter.org with the subject line “Arabic Individual Course in Palestine”. The Excellence Center will then send you an application form, which you can fill out and return at your convenience.
Once we receive your application, we will contact you to discuss program details and answer any questions you may have.
Application Deadline
Please submit your application via email at least one week prior to the starting date of the individual Arabic course in Hebron, Palestine.
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