Language Programs in Egypt

The National Registration Center for Study Abroad in Cairo has been specializing in providing Arabic courses from beginner to advanced levels for over 30 years. In addition, they offer customized courses for diplomats, organizations, and companies, university study abroad programs, and study and travel courses for the more serious tourists. It is well situated with easy access to the city. The school houses 18 air-conditioned classrooms, Language Bookshop, Restaurant, Student Library, and Study Room/ Internet Center. The building has recently been completely refurbished and is fully air-conditioned. As Egypt is predominately a Muslim country it is important to respect their customs - in particular, the dress code when attending class.

What's the perfect way of learning a foreign language? Immersing yourself completely in a native-speaking environment. That's exactly what we guarantee in our intensive Arabic immersion program. This is an ideal opportunity if you want to learn in a non-traditional classroom setting, with the assurance of personalized lessons and complete attention from the teacher. Get the chance to experience local life in Egypt as well while living with a host family! Learn Arabic at your own pace and live the language daily as you chat over breakfast, enjoy lessons in your teacher's home, and socialize with your host family speaking only the language you are learning. Think of yourself as a guest in the home of your teacher!

Studying Arabic at IH Cairo offers a world-class language learning experience through a reputable institution, part of the International House World Organisation. Established in 1953, this global network encompasses over 150 affiliated language schools across more than 50 countries. Since 2008, IH Cairo has been delivering quality education from our central location in the vibrant heart of Cairo. Our expert teachers are certified TAFL specialists, ensuring a high level of instruction. They bring extensive experience and use diverse teaching approaches, including specialized support for students with learning difficulties. The teaching methodology is immersive, integrated, and engaging, designed to deliver an effective and enjoyable learning journey. The curriculum is built on quality textbooks, fostering balanced language development across speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Interactive and supplementary teaching materials further enrich the learning experience, enhancing the understanding of core concepts. Students benefit from comprehensive assessments and receive an accredited certificate upon course completion, ensuring recognition of their Arabic proficiency.

Begin your Arabic learning journey with our Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) course, designed to help you communicate with people across the Arab world. Through real-life conversations and practical situations, you’ll build the skills to speak MSA correctly, confidently, and with ease. Join your instructor in small online group classes where you can learn, interact, and express yourself freely in Arabic. With more than 50 engaging dialogues, plus essential grammar rules, you’ll gain the confidence to understand greetings, common expressions, and everyday conversations. By enrolling, you’ll enjoy: Free study materials Personalized follow-up and guidance after lessons Practice opportunities with fellow learners in a private online community Enriching cultural activities and optional sightseeing experiences

The language project S E A, Study Egyptian Arabic, is an in-depth program to teach a learner the Arabic language actively. The premise is for the foreign learner to leap into the language through a basic classroom curriculum as well as engage in community activities in order to practice the new language skills. There is no better way to grasp a language than to use it. This program is designed for foreigners who exclusively come to Egypt to master the Egyptian Arabic language. The SEA program is inclusive of classroom instruction with a certified Arabic Language teacher, course materials, field trips, community work participation, and flat accommodations. The class size is kept small or private to ensure all students participate and gain from individual attention from all the teaching activities, as well as through the Baladna projects. We have three programs to choose from: the Modern Standard Arabic, the Egyptian Colloquial Arabic, and a combination of the two. The SEA method brings together the best components, certified and proven teaching techniques, a community-based practicum, and the spectacular Red Sea environment in which to enjoy.

AUC’s Arabic Language Intensive Program (ALIN) offers intensive Arabic-language courses for students who need to gain a good command of contemporary Arabic language and culture as quickly and effectively as possible. ALIN provides international students with an intensive, full-semester 12 - 15 credit hours Arabic program with courses in Modern Standard Arabic, Egyptian Colloquial Arabic, media, translation and more, focusing on the communicative aspect and development of language skills. The program accommodates all skill levels with elementary, intermediate and advanced courses. ALIN also incorporates an important cultural dimension, where students explore Egyptian society and practice the language through free tours & subsidized weekend trips and language exchange partners. Established in 1921, the Department of Arabic Language Instruction (ALI) at AUC is the world’s leading academic center for the study of Arabic, providing both students and faculty with the most comprehensive and diversified Arabic-language instruction and training worldwide. It is fully accredited in Egypt and the United States, with an 80-year history of excellence.

Our specially curated Arabic courses are crafted for non-native speakers from across the globe: • Arabic Conversation Courses – Designed to improve spoken fluency and everyday communication skills. • Arabic Calligraphy – Introduces the techniques, tools, and script styles used in traditional Arabic calligraphy. • Arabic Culture Classes – Aimed at high-intermediate to advanced students to enhance comprehension and cultural interaction. • Quranic Arabic – Covers Quranic understanding with focus on Tajweed, Hefz, and Telawah. • Arabic Translation Courses – Supports learners in translating and interpreting between Arabic and English. • Business Arabic Courses – Equips students with the skills to read, write, and understand business texts and terminology. • Arabic Literature Courses – Offers exposure to contemporary Arabic novels, poetry, and literary forms. • MSA/ECA Media Courses – Uses books, news, TV shows, and films to teach Arabic used in media. • History – Appeals to those interested in the history of Arab countries and the broader Middle East. • Arabic for Kids – Specially developed courses tailored to young learners.