About Umm Al Qura University’s Arabic Course for Non-native Speakers

A distinguished academic programme developed in accordance with established scientific and educational principles in the field of teaching Arabic to non-native speakers. It draws on the experience and expertise of Umm Al-Qura University, through the Institute of Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers, in partnership with Wadi Makkah for Knowledge and leading institutions across the Arab world, and leads to the award of an official certificate issued by Umm Al-Qura University upon successful completion.

Course Objectives

• Elevate the global standing of the Arabic language among world languages.
• Inspire learners with a genuine love for Arabic.
• Deliver high-quality standards in Arabic language education.

Course Components

• Real-life, interactive communication scenarios
• Engaging audio-visual content
• Level-based, progressive activities
• Multiple types of exercises:
• Comprehension questions
• Communicative activities
• Vocabulary and expressions
• Grammar
• Sounds and listening comprehension
• Reading, writing, and speaking

Why This Course Matters in Arabic Language Education

Arabic stands among the world’s most influential languages—rich in heritage, powerful in reach, and deeply rooted in human civilisation. Its impact spans scientific, cultural, and urban fields across the Arab world and beyond, making it a language of both history and the future.

Arabic by the Numbers

• 4th most spoken native language worldwide
• 2nd most widely used language globally
• Spoken by 6.6% of the world’s population
• Official language in 25 countries
• 420 million native speakers
• 130 million second-language learners
• Over 165 billion online searches reflecting Arabic language use

These figures highlight not only the global significance of Arabic, but also the growing need for high-quality, structured, and engaging educational resources- making this course a timely and essential investment in the future of Arabic language learning.

Learning Stages with Jude Arabia

 

Basic Stage

Level Description: Includes levels 1-4

Focus: Learners are introduced to essential vocabulary and widely used expressions, enabling them to start speaking Arabic with confidence from the very beginning. This stage builds a solid linguistic foundation for everyday communication.

Duration: 40 hours per level. 4 levels × 40 hours = 160 hours

 

Intermediate Stage

Level Description: Includes levels 5-8

Focus: This stage focuses on expanding learners’ vocabulary and introducing more advanced linguistic structures. Learners develop stronger communication skills and gain greater fluency in a variety of contexts. This stage is intended for academic use and is suitable for students preparing to undertake undergraduate study at an Arabic-language university.

Duration: 40 hours per level. 4 levels × 40 hours = 160 hours

 

Advanced Stage

Level Description: Includes advanced levels designed for proficient learners

Focus: Learners are prepared to engage with advanced academic and professional discourse, analyse and discuss Arabic literary texts, and communicate fluently and confidently across formal, scholarly, and real-world contexts. This stage is intended for academic use and is suitable for graduate students planning to pursue postgraduate study at an Arabic-language university.

Duration: Flexible- tailored to the learner’s level and goals.

Description of the Levels (Basic Stage)

Level 1

Level 1 introduces learners to everyday Arabic through practical themes. Learners develop the ability to use simple expressions and sentences related to daily life, laying the foundation for basic communication in Arabic.

Unit 1.1: Greetings and Introductions

• Common greetings
• Morning greetings
• Introducing friends
• Expressing being busy
• Application of Learned Skills

Unit 1.2: Travel

• Buying a bus ticket
• Traveling by train
• Traveling by ship
• Traveling by airplane
• Application of Learned Skills

Unit 1.3: Food

• At a restaurant
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Application of Learned Skills

Level 2

Level 2 builds students’ Arabic skills by focusing on everyday topics related to study, housing, and family. Learners expand their vocabulary and improve reading and communication through real-life situations such as education, living spaces, and family relationships. By the end of the level, students are better able to describe their daily lives, understand short texts, and express basic ideas clearly in Arabic.

Unit 2.1: Study

• Stages of Education
• Institute of Education
• Why Do I Learn Arabic?
• University Study
• Application of Learned Skills

Unit 2.2: Housing

• Living Room
• To the Hotel
• At the Real Estate Office
• A Big Palace
• Application of Learned Skills

Unit 2.3: Family

• Knowing the Family
• Family Gathering
• Saleh’s Family
• Family News
• Application of Learned Skills

Level 3

Level 3 helps students use Arabic in real-life and practical situations. Learners explore topics related to Makkah, work and professions, and daily activities, building their ability to communicate in public places, workplaces, and everyday interactions. By the end of the level, students can better understand common situations, describe routines, and use Arabic more confidently in daily life.

Unit 3.1: Makkah al-Mukarramah

• Going to Makkah
• Umrah
• Sightseeing
• Makkah al-Mukarramah
• Application of Learned Skills

Unit 3.2: Work

• Personal Interview
• Serving the Nation
• Between Friends
• No Life without Work
• Application of Learned Skills

Unit 3.3: Daily Activities

• At the Post Office
• At the Bank
• At the Laundrette
• At the Workshop
• Application of Learned Skills