Aromer Conversational
Summer Arabic Intensive
Set out on a life-changing journey to study Arabic in the ARÖMER summer course, the International Arab Center for Education, Applications, and Research.
LIMITED SPACES!
WHAT TYPE OF COURSE IS IT?
This is an immersion course in conversational Arabic course where you will learn to speak Arabic. The focus of this course is fluency in spoken and verbal communication. The teachers are native Arabic speakers who specialise in teaching non-native speakers.
In Surah Taha Musa (as) asks Allah to remove the impediment from his speech so that people can understand him.
Taha S20:A27
وَٱحْلُلْ عُقْدَةًۭ مِّن لِّسَانِ ٢٧
and remove the impediment from my tongue
يَفْقَهُوا۟ قَوْلِى ٢٨
Taha S20:A28
so people may understand my speech
We use this inspiration to improve our own skills and competency in speaking Arabic. Alhamdulillah all of us learn to read the Quran in Arabic and some of us go on to learn Arabic grammar to understand the Quran and classical Arabic texts. However, we often do not get the opportunity to improve our proficiency in spoken Arabic. This is a unique opportunity to gain greater fluency in spoken Arabic. It is both for beginners and for those who have prior knowledge of Arabic.
CONVERSATIONAL ARABIC
The AROMER institute, part of the prestigious 29 May University in Istanbul, specialises in and is a leading institution providing Intensive Immersion Programmes in the Arabic Language.
This is an intensive programme course consisting of one hundred hours in the classroom and fifty hours of dedicated homework. It is on campus and face to face learning in Istanbul. The level of proficiency achievable will depend on the level of Arabic that the student has at the start of the course.
As progression is dependent upon entry level and individual performance then to give an idea of potential, please note that it is estimated that it takes around three hundred hours of study to master tourist level conversational Arabic for absolute beginners.
WHO IS IT FOR?
This is a course for everyone from absolute beginners to those who already have some level of competency in Arabic. It is of special benefit to students of knowledge who have studied Arabic grammar and want to improve their spoken Arabic proficiency and fluency.
Students will be placed in small groups with other students on the same level. This way the course will be tailored for the students in that group and their level.
PROCESS
Each applicant will be interviewed by the teachers at AROMER over Microsoft Teams after completing their registration and then admitted to the correct level of course.
ACCOMMODATION AND FLIGHTS
The course includes full board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, and dinner – Sundays are half board) in the dedicated student accommodation. The university has separate dormitories for men and women. If you prefer then you can arrange your own accommodation off-site near the university (Umraniye – Istanbul). The fees will be less for those arranging their own accommodation.
We will arrange a group flight for those who want to travel in a group with other students.
About The Course & AROMER
Key Features
1. Quality Education: Experience the meticulously designed program –ARÖMER, offering an intensive 100 class hours distributed across 5 days, providing a total immersion experience - your gateway to mastering the intricacies of the Arabic language.
2. Proven Methodology: Learn Arabic through linguistic immersion, thematic dictionaries, and language immersion activities like the ‘Voice Picture Project.’
3. International Faculty: Benefit from an international faculty, boasting a team of twenty highly experienced professors in the field.
4. Campus Comforts: Enjoy student housing, university restaurants, & scenic gardens, all in a modern classic style.
5. Linguistic Proficiency: ARÖMER is a leader in Arabic language education, with a testing & evaluation mechanism adopted by Turkish institutions nationwide.
ARÖMER, founded a decade ago at the Turkish May 29th University in Istanbul by a professor of Jordanian origin specialized in teaching Arabic language. ARÖMER has attracted outstanding talents from Egypt, Syria, Morocco and Algeria. The centre is well-known for its unique approach of teaching Arabic, which focuses on language immersion and activities meant to improve students' reading, speaking, and writing comprehension, all tailored to their current level of ability.
This summer, participate in the immersion programme at the heart of Turkey's educational excellence.
Tuition & Costs
· Date : 19th August 2024 – Fri 13th September 2024
· Duration: 26 days, 100 hours of teaching. 50 hours homework.
· Location: Istanbul 29 Mayıs University, Istanbul, Turkey
· Package includes: Tuition, shared accommodation, and meals)
This summer, participate in the immersion programme at the heart of Turkey's educational excellence.
Level
Applicants will be tested and referred to the appropriate course level.
Calendar - Date:
• Arrival: 16/17th Aug 2024
• Course Start: 19th Aug 2024
• Course End: 13th Sep 2024
• Exam: 16th Sep 2024
Cost
Excluding flights: £1,299
(Group flight can be arranged at estimated £200-300 per person.)
Successful applicants will be invoiced the above amount to secure their placement.
Secure your spot for the ARÖMER Arabic Summer Intensive now!
Limited number of seats available. Apply today and unlock a transformative experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your Arabic proficiency in a dynamic and immersive environment.
How to Apply
Applications will close on Friday 5th of July at 18:00.
Stage 1
You will need to pay a non-refundable deposit of £30 admin fee to book the course entry test.
Stage 2
Interviews will be held for shortlisted applicants between 5th to 19th July 2024.
To apply,please click on the link below to complete the application form.
You will complete the online registration form and pay a small non refundable fee. You will be booked for a test over Microsoft Teams with one of the teachers at ARÖMER.
Yes, the course is certified by 29 May University ARÖMER.
As the accommodation is full board, spending money will only be required for mainly any non-essential purchases you may wish to make, if at all.
Yes, there will be exams and tests at the end of the course
No, there is no needto any Turkish to attend the course
Please see details about the accommodation in the main section.
There is an option to fly to Istanbul a few days before the start of the course. If there is a sufficient number of students wanting to do this we can arrange somesightseeing and tours. You will need to pay separately for these.
Yes, the classes are mixed but a modesty and seating policy similar to that adhered to in Ebrahim College will be implemented, allowing both male and female students to learn in an appropriate and positive environment.