Program Overview

Our comprehensive Arabic Speaking Program consists of 8 courses based on the acclaimed textbook series Al-Arabiyyah Bayna Yadayk. It is designed to guide learners from beginner to advanced levels, with each course functioning as a standalone course. The series provides a step-by-step pathway to mastering Modern Standard Arabic, with a strong focus on practical, conversational skills.

Speaking Program - Course 1 Description

The first course is a beginner-friendly course, designed for learners who can already read and write Arabic, this program focuses on developing conversational skills through authentic dialogues, listening comprehension, vocabulary building, and structured speaking practice. By the end of the course, students will be able to start communicating in everyday situations with good fluency and confidence, laying the foundation for higher-level speaking programs. At the end of the course, students will take an exam, and those who pass will receive a certificate from the Irtaqi Institute.

Prerequisites: Preferably passed Arabic Fluency Essentials course, or seek exemption from course leader.

Eligibility: Males aged 16 and above

Course leader: Ustadh Ahmad Alzab

Mode of delivery: In-person at 83 Lister St, Glasgow G4 0BZ.

Duration: Three months. Two classes per week.

Schedule/Start date: Mondays and Fridays from 19:00 to 20:30, beginning on Friday, October 31, 2025.

Minimum Attendance: 60% 

Passing grade: 55%

Fees: £40 per month (Payment instalments are possible. Payment details will be emailed after applying). 

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