Arabic 2 (A1- → A1+)
Locations: Utrecht, Virtual Classroom
Level: Beginner (0/A2)
Do you want to learn Arabic because you regularly visit family? Or because you want to be able to get by during work or a stay in an Arabic-speaking country? In this follow-up course, you will learn to apply Arabic in real-life situations: practical, personal, and with an eye for culture.
299,-
I want to register right awayStarting from 11 November 2025
- 3 February 2026
- 4 February 2026
More infoLearning Arabic
Many people want to learn “a little Arabic.” You want to communicate effectively. In this Arabic 2 course for beginners, you will learn more than just a few words. You will develop the skills you need to make yourself understood in everyday life. You will actively practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing using recognizable situations and assignments.
In 9 Arabic lessons, you will learn:
- to have simple conversations about where you live
- to order food in a restaurant or buy something at the market
- to describe your family and friends
- to read and write simple Arabic texts
- to pronounce the sounds of Arabic correctly
“Absolutely fantastic! Clear explanations, room for questions, and attention to Arabic culture.” – participant in Arabic for beginners
You will learn Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), the official language that is widely used. You will also be introduced to dialects such as Levantine, Egyptian, and Moroccan. This will enable you to make yourself understood and express yourself in everyday conversations.
What will you learn in this course?
In this Arabic 2 for beginners course, you will work towards reaching language level A1+. You will build on the basics and learn to express yourself better and better in recognizable situations.
After completing the course:
- you will be able to have conversations about where you live and your surroundings
- you will be able to order food in a restaurant and shop at the market
- you will be able to describe your family and friends in Arabic
- you will be able to read and write short Arabic texts with greater ease
- you will be able to pronounce Arabic sounds clearly and correctly
You will not only grow in language, but also in confidence. After this course, you will be ready for Arabic 3.
Yalla Yalla
We work with the book Yalla Yalla! Part 2: an accessible Dutch-language method that focuses not only on language but also on culture, music, poetry, and customs in Arabic-speaking countries. This way, you not only learn what to say, but also when and why.
The Arabic lessons are active, personal, practical, and varied. The Arabic for beginners A1+ course is taught by a very enthusiastic teacher, born and raised in Syria, who has a great love for the Arabic language and culture. She has been working as a teacher in the Netherlands for many years and loves to share her love for Arabic with her students.
The teacher guides you step-by-step through the material in Yalla Yalla Part 2 and provides a safe learning environment in which you feel at ease to practice. You work in plenary, in groups and individually. These activities are designed by paying attention to your pace and learning style.
The focus is on speaking, but you also work on listening, reading, and writing. This way, you not only develop your language skills, but also the confidence to actually use them.
Classes and self-study
The Arabic 2 for Beginners A1+ consists of 9 lessons of 1.5 hours each held at Babel in Utrecht or online in the virtual classroom.
To get the most out of the lessons, it is helpful if you also set aside time for this at home. With approximately 2 hours of self-study per week, you will continue to grow at your own pace. You will receive assignments and teaching materials to help you with this.
Good to know
- Language of instruction: Arabic, with support in Dutch or English during the first lessons
- Group size: maximum of 18 students (Utrecht location) or 14 students (online)
- Teaching method: Yalla Yalla! part 2 (in Dutch, to be purchased separately)
- Certificate: you will receive a certificate of participation if you attend at least 8 of the 9 lessons
- Discount: 15% for employees and students of Utrecht University when using your UU email address
Schedule
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Starting date: 11 November 2025 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Tuesday 11 November 2025 20:15 21:45 Tuesday 18 November 2025 20:15 21:45 Tuesday 25 November 2025 20:15 21:45 Tuesday 2 December 2025 20:15 21:45 Tuesday 9 December 2025 20:15 21:45 Tuesday 16 December 2025 20:15 21:45 Tuesday 6 January 2026 20:15 21:45 Tuesday 13 January 2026 20:15 21:45 Tuesday 20 January 2026 20:15 21:45 -
Starting date: 3 February 2026 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Tuesday 3 February 2026 18:30 20:00 Tuesday 10 February 2026 18:30 20:00 Tuesday 17 February 2026 18:30 20:00 Tuesday 24 February 2026 18:30 20:00 Tuesday 3 March 2026 18:30 20:00 Tuesday 10 March 2026 18:30 20:00 Tuesday 17 March 2026 18:30 20:00 Tuesday 24 March 2026 18:30 20:00 Tuesday 31 March 2026 18:30 20:00 -
Starting date: 4 February 2026 (Virtual Classroom)
Day Date Start End Wednesday 4 February 2026 20:15 21:45 Wednesday 11 February 2026 20:15 21:45 Wednesday 18 February 2026 20:15 21:45 Wednesday 25 February 2026 20:15 21:45 Wednesday 4 March 2026 20:15 21:45 Wednesday 11 March 2026 20:15 21:45 Wednesday 18 March 2026 20:15 21:45 Wednesday 25 March 2026 20:15 21:45 Wednesday 1 April 2026 20:15 21:45
Take our placement test
If you want to take a course at Babel, it is important to take our free placement test.
