Classical Arabic Foundations(Year 1)
Arabic fluency, one word at a time
- Online
- Ustadha Isma Kouser
- Starts 15th Sept 2025
- 45 hours
Note: If you would like sign-up and pay in monthly instalments, please email admin@almuhsinat.org
Build a strong foundation in Classical Arabic in this immersive year-long course, covering Books 1-3 of the renowned Madinah Arabic Reader series. Across three progressive modules, you’ll develop practical skills in reading, writing, listening, and conversation—gaining the tools to understand Qur’anic passages, classical texts, and everyday Arabic with confidence.
Perfect for committed beginners ready to start from scratch and progress toward fluency in foundational Classical Arabic.
Enrol now and unlock the language of the Qur’an, Islamic scholarship, and centuries of rich tradition!
Course Instructor
Instructor Biography:
Ustadha Isma Kouser completed the Alimiyyah programme in 2019 before pursuing Arabic studies in Morocco the following year. She went on to graduate from the Cambridge Muslim College in 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Studies. With over seven years of teaching experience across diverse settings, including classrooms and private sessions, she has delivered lessons in Tajweed and Islamic Studies to both children and adults. At Al-Muhsinat, she has taught two courses: Tafsir of Surah Yasin and Lugha on the Classical Arabic Foundations Year 1 programme. She continues to advance her studies in the traditional Islamic sciences, aspiring to deepen her knowledge and understanding.
Day & Time
Mondays, 7.00pm – 8.30pm
Term Dates
Term 1
Week commencing: 15th September – 13th December 2025 (13 weeks)
Term 2
Week commencing: 5th January 2026 – 15th February 2026 (6 weeks)
Term 3
Week commencing: 13th April – 5th July 2026 (11 weeks) (one week off for Dhul Hijja & Eid)
What will you study?
Course Overview & Summary – Madinah Arabic Reader (Books 1–3)
Structure & Duration
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Module 1 (10 weeks): Beginner level (Book 1) – Introduction to reading, writing, and basic conversation.
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Module 2 (10 weeks): Beginner level (Book 2) – Expands vocabulary, introduces plurals, dual forms, and past tense.
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Module 3 (10 weeks): Beginner level (Book 3) – Focus on fluency, verb conjugations, complex sentences, and classical Arabic.
Key Features
Interactive Learning: Live classes (2 hours/week) with Q&A, drills, and role-play. Grid Method: A structured technique to master Arabic speech patterns. Homework & Practice: 2–3 hours/week for revision and exercises. Progressive Difficulty: Builds from basic nouns to complex grammar and storytelling.
What You’ll Learn
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Module 1: 300+ words, simple sentences, questions, and descriptions.
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Module 2: 350+ words, past tense, plurals, professions, and directions.
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Module 3: 300+ advanced words, present/past tense, storytelling, and Qur’anic vocabulary.
Resources
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Free PDF textbooks (linked for each module).
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Handouts and exercises via Moodle.
Ideal for: Students seeking structured, interactive Arabic learning with a focus on classical and Qur’anic comprehension.
Course Prerequisites
The ability to read the Qur’an (Arabic)
Course Completion Certification
Complete Year 1 to earn your Certificate in Foundational Arabic Studies, demonstrating a grounding in foundation Classical Arabic.
What Our Students Say
Hear from those who have studied Classical Arabic Foundations and gained a foundational understanding of the Arabic language.
