CIEE Arabic Language Program in Amman, Jordan

  Jordan

Amman

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Throughout the year 
Dates: Spring 2009-17 weeks mid-January - mid-May; Academic Year 2009-34 weeks late August - late May;Fall 2009-17 weeks early September - mid-December;Academic Year 2009-10-34 weeks early September - mid-May

Description: The Arabic Language program at the CIEE Study Center in Amman provides an opportunity for students with a firm background in Modern Standard Arabic to achieve high levels of proficiency in reading, writing and oral comprehension. Students also have the opportunity to advance their conversation skills in Jordanian dialect.

Academic Program
The Arabic Language program is designed to give students the opportunity to take a full load of courses taught in Arabic by combining intensive language study with area studies courses. By doing so, students develop a high level of proficiency in Arabic and a better understanding of important issues facing
Jordan and the Middle East today.

Academic Culture
The program is academically and linguistically challenging and requires a solid commitment on the part of students. Classes are small, often taught tutorial style, and require discipline and sustained effort both in and outside of the classroom. Instructors are native Arabic speakers, trained in their fields
and teaching Arabic language.

Highlights:

• Opportunity to develop high levels of proficiency in Arabic language
  
• Arabic language electives in history, culturem literature, media and business communication; internship available for academic year students
  
• Homestay with a Jordanian family to enhance immersion in the local culture
  
• Peer Language Tutors to practica Arabic and facilitate integration into student life on campus; excursions and volunteer opportunities continue immersion into Jordanian life
  
• Cultural and educational activities such as visits to museums, theaters, and galleries
  
• Excursions including a two-day trip to Petra and Wadi Rum, a one-day trip to archaeological sites in the north of Jordan, and a camping trip in one of the Kingdom's nature reserves
  
• For-credit internships

Independent Travel
Students are encouraged to travel independently in Jordan during weekends and scheduled breaks. All independent travel during the program requires pre-approval from CIEE resident staff. Any travel outside of Jordan is only permitted after completion of the CIEE Amman Independent Travel form, approval from their home institution and emergency contact, and review of potential security or safety concerns by the CIEE Resident Director.

Immersion
Volunteering
There are a range of volunteer options available to students, many involving helping others with their English language skills. Previously, students have volunteered with NGOs, a women's rights organization, educational institutions, and organizations in the for-profit sector. Volunteer service does not receive academic credit and is subject
to availability and placement based on language skills.

Peer Language Tutors
CIEE recruits peer language tutors from the Department of Arabic at the University of Jordan. Students are encouraged to meet with their language partners for up to three hours peer week to practice conversation, explore the University, and expand their understanding of the host culture.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Please check the CIEE website for current program pricing

Experience Required: yes

* 3.0 GPA * 3.3 GPA in Modern Standard Arabic * 5 semesters of college-level Modern Standard Arabic or the equivalent

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Jordan Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available. We have several scholarships that students can apply for. Contact CIEE for details.

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Transcript
• Written Application

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Year Founded: 1947