Online Arabic for Beginners, Level 1
The perfect introduction to learning a new language
100% Online Courses
Flexible Sessions
Expert Instruction
Duration
Self paced
Cost
$50 – $120
Total Hours
45
Overview
The Arabic for Beginners, Level 1 course provides a foundational introduction to the Arabic language, bridging Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) pronunciation with the Lebanese dialect. It is specifically designed to help new learners achieve a “tourist level” of communication, making it ideal for those planning to visit or work in Arabic-speaking regions.
Curriculum
Curriculum
The course is organized into four modules with five lessons each. The first module focuses on the alphabet and numbers — this can be completed in 1 to 5 weeks depending on the learner’s starting level and persistence. The second module focuses on conversational essentials covering greetings and basic personal information — this can be completed in 2 to 3 weeks depending on the learner’s persistence. The third module focuses on time, dates, seasons, and question words — this can be completed in 2 to 3 weeks depending on the learner’s pace. The fourth module focuses on everyday life topics and can comfortably be completed within 1 to 2 weeks.
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Admissions
Open enrolment
$50 – $120
No GRE required
No Minimum GPA Requirement
Apply now to earn your online Arabic for Beginners, Level 1 course from Lebanese American University. Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
| Online Application Form | Apply Now |
| Other Requirements | You will need to be over the age of 16 and be free of trade restrictions or government policies affecting access to open, online course material. |
Tuition and Funding
Tuition Details
$50 – $120
Apply now to earn your online Arabic for Beginners, Level 1 course from Lebanese American University. Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
| Enrollment Tier | Features | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Registration | Full 2-month course access (No Certificate). | $50 |
| Digital Certification | Course access + assignment correction + Digital Certificate. | $100 |
| Premium Certification | Course access + correction + Printed Certificate (incl. shipping). | $120 |
What You’ll Learn
Feel comfortable at communicating effectively at a basic level in Arabic speaking countries.
Program Outcomes
- Accurately recognize and pronounce all Arabic sounds and letters.
- Formulate questions and engage in basic situational dialogues.
- Create short personal biographies and navigate daily interactions (time, weather, directions).
How to Apply
One-Step Application Process. Follow our simplified application process so you can start your program soon.
- Complete your online application
- Credentials are sent via email within one to two weeks of payment and registration.
Answers to Common Questions
You can find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our short courses right here. If you have more questions, please request information.
A short course is a concentrated effort to learn a set of skills in a particular area.
Depending upon the time you have available to study, you may take more than one short course at a time. Be sure to check when the course meets so that the courses you’re interested in do not overlap in timing.
The time it takes to complete a short course ranges between 18 and 220 hours. Please see individual course pages for full duration details.