Study Arabic in Sanaa's Old City

  Yemen

• Other Cities in Yemen: 
Sana'a

Term: Throughout the year 
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years

Description: We teach intensive Arabic courses to students of all levels and abilities. We can teach groups, though usually we offer private instruction in either Modern Standard Arabic or the Yemeni dialect. We are located in Sanaa's Old City, providing a full-immersion language environment inside and outside the classroom.

Highlights: CALES, located in the heart of Old Sana'a, affords a unique opportunity to live among a thriving UNESCO World Heritage Site. Neighboring is Souk al-Milh, a large, winding market containing everything from exotic spices to old fashioned blacksmith shops. Bab al-Yemen, the main entrance into Souk al-Milh and the symbolic entrance to Yemen itself, is a treasured landmark serving as a visual link with Yemen's lengthy history less than 5 minutes walk from CALES. The Great Mosque, built in the time of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and renovated later by Queen Arwa. Adjacent to the mosque is Dar al-Mokhtotat, a cultural library housing priceless Islamic artifacts, including one of the earliest known copies of the Qura'an. Cutting through the heart of Old Sana'a is the Saila, a multifunction channel lined by European style atmosphere reminiscent of Parisian lights highlighting the best of Yemeni art.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: 10private hour

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Yemen Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of Six or less

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Center for Arabic Language and Eastern Studies's Mission Statement: CALES is devoted exclusively to teaching Arabic. We believe that by specializing we are better able to understand and respond to the needs of our students. While all language skills are promoted, our teaching gives priority to spoken Arabic. We expect students to be able to speak simple Arabic after only one or two lessons and from day one you will be communicating with you teacher and classmates in Arabic.

Year Founded: 1996