Learning Programme · Foundational
Mastering Arabic Level 1
Classical and conversational Arabic for beginners — reading, writing, speaking and listening with qualified scholars.
✦ Live scholarly teaching with guided learning support
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About this course
Disclaimer: Class duration will vary, with around 4 hours of instruction within the 6-hour schedule
This is an excellent opportunity for you to learn Arabic online delivered by an institute that specialises in providing online courses. The course has been divided into four levels. Each level comprises one semester (6 Months). Mastering Arabic Course will focus on improving the four essential skills of language learning; namely reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students will learn the Arabic language under the instruction of experienced Muslim scholars and language experts from the comfort of their home. Online learning activities will help improve their Arabic language skills quickly for students. Arabic is a rich language with great heritage in the fields of literature, theology and many sciences. The ability to speak, write and read this language fluently will allow you to understand the basics of the magnificent Qurān and few other traditional texts. This course will start your Arabic learning journey with basics in an engaging manner, getting you one big step closer to understanding one of the most popular languages in world history.
Weekday Batch: Starts on 5th September 2026
(Providing a 20% scholarship on this Course)
Learning Objectives
The Course Aims To Provide Students With:
- Foundational rules of grammar and syntax (nahw and sarf).
- The ability to read classical Arabic literature.
- The understanding of various grammatical rules and words used to form sentences.
- Basics of classical Arabic Handwriting (sentences and prose).
- Basic understanding of the Qur'anic text.
- Ability to engage in general Arabic conversations and know the cultural aspects of casual interaction in the Arab world
Curriculum
What you will study
A connected sequence from first principles to contemporary questions. Open a unit to preview its lessons.
• Core textbook study: reading, listening and conversation
Your learning experience
Designed for serious study, wherever you are
Follow a clear sequence, learn directly from course contributors and revisit your notes as ideas build from session to session.
- Live online learning with scholarly teaching
- A structured path through 4 connected modules
- Learning support from the academy course team
- Study from home with a clear weekly rhythm
Questions about studying online?
The academy team can help with course access and learning enquiries.
Our teachers
Meet our scholars & experts
Dr. Ahmad Hammad Assanie
Ustadha Fatima Mesmeh
ustadha Hafsa Zadran
Shaykh Abdullah Akuji
FAQ
Questions before you register
Classes are delivered live online and include a mix of tutorials, presentation-based lectures, textbook-based traditional lectures, seminars, and workshops. Recordings of these sessions are made available on DUA student’s learning portal for 24/7 access from both web browsers and the Mobile App.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of relevant bodies or revisions to subject benchmark statements. We may also make changes to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Yes, students have the opportunity to join Al Balagh's Exclusive annual residential camp. This optional component allows for spiritual development through direct interaction with world-renowned scholars.
Students are expected to know the Arabic alphabet & be able to read the Qur’an fluently.
If you have prior experience in Arabic studies, you are required to enroll directly in our Level 1 course, Insha'Allah. After enrollment, our team will arrange an Arabic proficiency assessment with our instructor. Based on the results, Ustadh will recommend the appropriate classes for your level.
The final decision on which level will be offered, based on your assessment and prior study record, can take 1 - 2 weeks to complete due to the high influx of students during last week of registration. Therefore, we encourage all advanced students to complete enrollment as soon as possible to ensure a timely process of your advanced classes allocation.
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