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Modern Standard Arabic - 20 hours per week

Qalam wa Lawh Center for Arabic Studies
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Course description

Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) is the standardized literary Arabic understood throughout the Arab speaking world. It is a modernized version of Classical Arabic, which is the language from which all Arab dialects get their roots.
Intensive Arabic language courses enable students to learn Arabic rapidly through full language and cultural immersion. Qalam wa Lawh Center in Rabat, Morocco offers year-round intensive courses in Modern Standard Arabic. Classes enable students to quickly enhance their Arabic language skills through a selection of study options, a rich cultural immersion activity program, and the opportunity to practice Arabic daily. Students can register from a minimum of two weeks to more than a year.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
2-52 weeks
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

Morning session
08:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Afternoon session
02:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 5 students
Maximum 10 students

Student age

Age range 17 - 80 years old
Average 21 years old
(20 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Qalam wa Lawh Center for Arabic studies is an institution with a reputation of excellence in teaching Arabic as a foreign language and organizing Arabic study abroad programs. An international language school in the heart of Rabat, Qalam wa Lawh hosts students from around the world seeking to improve their Arabic language skills. Qalam wa Lawh's language and cultural immersion activities provide students with an opportunity to practice their language skills both inside and outside the classroom, learn Arabic rapidly, and with greater retention.

Year opened
2007
Number of classrooms
15

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area

Teacher qualifications

Native Arabic speakers
All
Teachers with Arabic teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Qalam wa Lawh Center for Arabic Studies varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 21. In the summer, the average age is 20.

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

Qalam wa Lawh Center is located in the neighborhood of Agdal in Rabat. It is located near the intersection of Ave. Omar Ibn Alkhattab and Ave. Al Abtal & across the street from the Arribat center Mall.

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  • City of Rabat 5/19
  • Homestay housing offered by Qalam wa Lawh Center for Arabic Studies 6/19
  • Homestay housing offered by Qalam wa Lawh Center for Arabic Studies 7/19
  • Activities offered at Qalam wa Lawh Center for Arabic Studies 8/19
  • Graduation ceremony 9/19
  • Volunteering 10/19
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  • Communication Practice 14/19
  • Graduation ceremony 15/19
  • Tutoring 16/19
  • Party at Qalam 17/19
  • Moroccan culture 18/19
  • Volunteering 19/19
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Reviews

100% recommend

based on 1 review
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"It was a a fun and life changing experience."

Obodai Annan, student from USA

Qalam wa Lawh was an excellent institute to study the Arabic language, and I did enjoy my time there. Prior to my enrollment in the program, my language skills were somewhat at the beginner level. However, upon completion, I do feel an immense improvement in my Arabic studies. Also, the extra-curricular activities provided by the institute served as an important resource to help boost the Arabic language skills of students.

Some pros of studying at this institute are: it is situated in the safest city in Morocco, Rabat, the institute has some paid excursions or trips that allow students to explore other parts of the country, and lastly, the staff are willing and dedicated to helping students learn and practice the Arabic language.

On the contrary, one thing I disliked about studying Arabic in Morocco that the institute has no control over was the difficulties of implementing or practicing Fusha Arabic outside class. This is due to most locals usually prefer to express themselves in their local dialect, Darija or French. Finally, housing with a host family which I did in Morocco is a hit-or-miss, i.e., some students had a great family and others not.

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Duration of study
11 weeks
Date of study
6 Jun 2022 - 26 Aug 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Qalam wa Lawh, Student Support at Qalam wa Lawh Center for Arabic Studies responded to this review.
18 September 2022

Dear Obodai, thank you so much for your positive review and recommendation. We are delighted that you enjoyed your Arabic classes and activities and saw a remarkable improvement in your Arabic proficiency.
Most locals in the Arab world speak their local dialect in informal situations and revert to either Standard Arabic or a foreign language (English, French, ...) to communicate formally depending on the situation. Some native Arabic speakers tend to switch to a foreign language with the intention to accommodate non-native speakers which can sometimes be counterproductive for Arabic learners. The solution is to simply let them know that you wish to communicate in Arabic only.
We'd also like to hear from you regarding your host family experience. We choose families carefully to ensure that they can provide a safe, immersive, and comfortable environment for our students. Please contact us via e-mail to provide more details and help us improve the service.
We thank you for choosing Qalam wa Lawh and for taking the time to submit your valuable feedback. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to more advanced courses.

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Housing

Qalam wa Lawh Center for Arabic Studies offers the following housing types:
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Homestay

NZ$ 260
weekly
Age range: 16 - 80 years old
Location: Varies
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner on weekdays, 3 meals on weekends (16 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 260
Our Moroccan host families are exceptionally warm and generous. They love sharing their homes, language, and culture with our students. Our host families are located 5-10 minutes away from the center and are accessible via bus, taxi, or tram. Host family accommodation includes breakfast and dinner everyday.
student-residence

Student residence - Double Occupancy

NZ$ 242
weekly
Age range: 16 - 80 years old
Address: 22 Omar Ibn Alkhattab, Rabat 10050, Morocco
Location: In the city center of Rabat
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, air conditioning, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 1 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 242
Located in the upscale downtown neighborhood of Agdal, the on-campus student residence is within walking distance of shops, restaurants, gyms, and transportation. Student residence self-catered rooms are offered in single, double, and triple occupancy and include 24x7 security, A/C, cleaning 2x/week, WiFi, student lounge, study center, and breakfast 7 days a week.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Rabat based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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