Studying Arabic in Palestine will not only give you the opportunity to study the language, but also practice what you learn during your learning period. This means that you will be able to use the language and speak with locals, sellers, taxi drivers, and many. This is also will help you to learn the language faster. Learning Arabic and practicing it will be an optimal way to get to know about the culture of Palestinians. Your presence in Palestine will bring you closer to the Palestinian culture and practices.
Many internationals want to learn the Palestinian dialect since its rich in vocabulary and meanings and it has many similarities with Syrian, Lebanese, and Jordanian dialects. In addition, Palestinians through their dialects can pronounce the Arabic words, especially the Fusha words.
Go Palestine – More than 10 years of experience!
The Palestinian Center for Education and Cultural Exchange – Go Palestine was established to meet the cultural, social, and educational needs of the Palestinian Community. The Center offers educational and community services to its Palestinian population through a diverse international staff. Through tutoring and educational programs, the center promotes unyielding support to Palestinian youth.
The center acts as a meeting point for all the internationals who come from every corner of the world in order to immerse themselves in Palestinian culture and to become acquainted with Palestinian daily life. Our international interns and volunteers teach Palestinian youth and more mature Palestinian community members about their own home cultures, thereby gaining valuable experience and knowledge for themselves. It is a true cultural exchange.
Study Arabic at the Palestinian center in Palestine
| Place of Program | Hebron, Palestine |
| Program Fees | Super Intensive = 580$ Amerian Dollars Intensive = Starting from 430$ American Dollars Non-Intensive = Starting from 315$ American Dollars |
| Age | 18-70 Years Old |
| Minimum Duration | Super Intensive = One week – 30 Hours Intensive = One Week – 20 Hours Non-Intensive = One Week – 12 Hours |
| Maximum Duration | 12 Weeks |
| Teaching Hours | Super Intensve = 6 hours a day – 5 days a week. Intensive = 4 hours a day – 5 days a week. Non-Intensive = 4 hours a day – 3 days a week. |
| One Teaching Hour | 45 Minutes |
| Average students in class | 1 – 2 Students |
| Class periods | Morning (8:30 – 12:30), Afternoon ( 12:30 – 16:00) |
| Starting/Ending Dates | Flexible – Anytime |
| Application Deadline | No Deadline |
| Days off | Two days a week including Fridays |
| Educational Degree | Not Required |
| University Credit | Available |
Study Arabic (Levantine or MSA) ONLINE
| Place of Course | Online via Skype/Zoom/ Google Meet, etc |
| Course Fees | Starting From 215$ – American Dollar |
| Age | 18-75 Years Old |
| Minimum Hours | 10 Hours |
| Maximum Hours | Open |
| Starting/Ending Dates | Flexible – Anytime |
| Application Deadline | No Deadline |
| Levels | All (Beginner/Intermediate/ Advanced) |
Study Arabic Programs at the Palestinian Center
| Program Name | Duration/Hours | Fees starting from |
| Study Shami/Levantine in Palestine | From 1 Week up to 12 Weeks | 430$ (American Dollar) |
| Study Modern Standard Arabic in Palestine | From 1 Week up to 12 Weeks | 430$ (American Dollar) |
| Arabic ONLINE courses for Adults | From 10 Hours up to 50 Hours | 215$ (American Dollar) |
| Arabic ONLINE courses for Children | From 10 Hours up to 50 Hours | 200$ (American Dollar) |
Questions about studying Arabic in Palestine
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do I need to speak Arabic? | No |
| Do I need a visa to enter Palestine? | It depends on which passport you hold |
| Can I get a University credit? | Yes |
| Can I extend my program duration? | Yes |
| Can I combine a program with another one? | Yes |
| Can I add more Arabic hours? | Yes |
| Do I need to hold an academic degree? | No |
| Do I need to have knowledge of the Arabic language? | No |
| Can I travel to other Palestinian cities? | Yes, it’s very easy and cheap. |
| Can I travel to Israel during my time there? | Yes |
| Will I get travel instructions? | Yes, we provide you with all Infos |
| Can I join a gym nearby? | Yes, there are many of them in Hebron |
| Is there internet access in Palestine? | Yes, everywhere |
| Is it safe to study Arabic alone? | Yes, many people did that & you won’t be alone |
Living in Palestine while studying Arabic
| Living Cost | Approx. 50$ a Week |
| Meals Provided | Daily Breakfast at the center |
| Weekend | On Friday |
| Wifi Access | At the Center, Host Family & Our Dorm |
| Currency | Israeli Shekel (NIS) |
| Transportation | Taxis & Mini-Vans |
| Weather | Summer (25-30°C), Winter (0-9°C) |
| Airport | Ben Gurion Airport in Israel – No Airport in Palestine |
How to travel to Palestine?
| First option | Second option |
|---|---|
| Fly to Israel – Ben Gourion Airport | Fly to Jordan – Queen Alia International Airport |
Meet Our Lovely Arabic Teachers!
The Palestinian Center maintains a staff of teachers who are fluent in Arabic and English. The Arabic instructors are skilled in teaching Arabic as a foreign language.
Majd
Duha
Dua'a
Bessan
Shourouk
Nadine
Moh’d
Ahlam
Ayah
Eyad
Shatha
Asmaa
Toqa Aljuneidi
Moh’d Nasser
Nadine Mahmoud
Ahalam Odeh
Meet Our Local Volunteers!
Meet our local volunteers from Hebron who joined Go Palestine -the Palestinian Center’s family. We are so grateful to have them as a part of our diverse selfless team.
Being involved with such amazing people has made us want to do as much as we can to help the Palestinian community. Our volunteers engage at our interesting events & workshops to help and raise awareness in different fields.
Raghad Zabadi
Aya Nazer
Manar Akram
Raneen Nazer
Asma'a Masalmeh
Sadeq Sider
Doaa Abed
Omar Amin
What is the Application Process?
- First, send us an email asking for the application form.
- We send you the application, you fill out the application and send it back to us.
- Our team reviews your application. We may invite you for an interview by means of a Skype/WhatsApp call.
- If you are selected after the interview, we will send you a confirmation form which you fill out and return to us.
- We prepare and send you the Invitation Letter and the Contract. We will also send you the invoice for payment, which will include all the information regarding payment options.
- You will sign the contract and make payment in order to reserve your place in the program.
- We will send you an Orientation Booklet and travel instructions. These two items will provide you with all the information on how to get to Hebron and contact the Center. One of our coordinators will provide his/her contact number within an email sent to you.
Participating Countries Map since 2011
The Palestinian Center has hosted people who have come from a myriad of countries, such as the USA, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Colombia, France, Japan, China, Chile, Switzerland, Russia, Germany, and many more. All that you need to join us is to speak English very well and have management skills.
Go Palestine welcomes all people who are 18 to 70 years old to apply to any of our volunteer/internship/language programs. Academic or professional degrees are not required to join any of our programs.
How do I get a visa to enter Palestine?
Visas are routinely granted upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport (Tel Aviv) if you are a citizen of an exempted country, or at the Allenby-King Hussein Bridge border crossing; Hamas controls the border in Gaza with Egypt. Tourist visas are valid for 90 days; most Americans and Europeans are issued three-month visas upon arrival and clearing customs.
If your home country does not have an exemption agreement with Israel, you will have to procure a visa from the Israeli embassy/consulate at home before you visit. Because many Arab countries do not accept Israeli stamps upon passports, Israel now issues their visa on a separate small card with a bar code indicating the visa time validity. Please keep this visa card WITH your passport at all times. You may check to see whether your native country participates in a visa exemption agreement.
Some of our Reviews!
My experience at the Palestinian center has been very positive. I have taken the Intensive Arabic Course and I have seen great improvements in my language skills. I have spent only 2 weeks in Palestine this summer, but I would like to return later on for a longer period. The center organizes interesting activities every day, so the programs are also a great chance to learn more about the people of Hebron, Palestinian-Israeli relations, and life under occupation. As someone that works in education, I am convinced that Go Palestine offers a great formative experience for those interested in the Arabic language and in the culture, politics and history of Palestine.
Francesco Belcastro
United KingdomThe Palestine Center - Go Palestine was the most responsive. Scheduling the lessons with my teacher has been easy and pleasant. My teacher has accommodated me in allowing me to continue with my college textbook in Modern Standard Arabic. She is also giving me writing, reading, and speaking work. I love having a direct connection with Arabic culture through the Arabic language. I value that my teacher is finishing her own higher-level Arabic literature studies, has studied other languages, and is an experienced Arabic language teacher. She is patient and encouraging with me. I look forward to my lessons and am glad to have found the Palestine Center.
Michael Davis
United StatesI highly recommend the Go Palestine Arabic Language Online Program. It is well organized and interactions are pleasant. My teacher is a wonderful teacher, she speaks English very well and she also brings great enthusiasm to her work. She has a good understanding of where the gaps are in my knowledge of the Arabic language. This enables her to select and prepare the material for each lesson carefully. The first lesson is free, but I immediately signed up for the next one. I really appreciate the format through Zoom, very flexible and compatible with my own work.
Paula van der Hijden
NetherlandsMy tutor Dua'a has been fantastic! Bearing in mind I am learning as a complete beginner (as well as learning online which presents its own set of challenges) my tuition has been fun, engaging, challenging, and rewarding in equal measure. My tutor has been exceptionally accommodating and supportive of my Arabic language journey. Arranging lessons was always easy and straightforward, and the content was always at just the right level to challenge me, but remain fun. I look forward to having more lessons in the future.
Jacob Sudell
United KingdomWeather in Palestine
- Winter in Palestine spans about three months duration, and the temperature sometimes does fall to zero; however, it does not usually snow in Palestine. In recent years, it has snowed only twice.
- Summers in Palestine are hot. July and August are the hottest months in Palestine. The Temperatures may reach 30 degrees Celsius (86 Fahrenheit), and even higher some days. Although the summer is hot, the evenings are cool. Evenings are popular for going out to enjoy the cooler weather after a hot day. A sweater or light jacket may be comfortable for evenings.
- The climate during the remainder of the year is mild and moderate. Rainfall in Palestine is very limited, with the rainiest months occurring from November to February.
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Traveling Solo to Palestine
Traveling to Palestine, whether with someone or alone, is an interesting and once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Safety is always a concern no matter where you travel, but with common sense and planning, your travel can be enjoyable, fun, and worry-free, as well as save you money.
People in Palestine are very friendly, enthusiastic, and eager to help and to talk to people from different cultures and countries. The opportunities to interact with internationals will make the day for a Palestinian, and, in turn, this will make your trip more enjoyable and interesting. If you are traveling alone, your solitariness will make you more approachable than if you are traveling as a group member.
- People who want to improve his/her skills of speaking.
- People who study one of the following majors, Middle East Studies, Political Science, or International Relations.
- Arabic-speaking people who live abroad in Europe or America.
- Those who run a business and are in need of language proficiency.
- Anyone who simply wants to learn Arabic either for pleasure or study.
Do not let your fears and apprehensions paralyze you and rob you of the adventure of a lifetime. Come to Palestine as a solitary traveler and experience its fascinations and beauties. It has been said that “the world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page”. Allow yourself to read the whole book – a book you will never forget!
Documents you’ll receive from us!
How to apply or ask for additional information?
Please email Mr. Tamimi at info@gopalestine.ps. Please type the program name in the subject line. We will then contact you back!
