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	Intensive Arabic Semester

In the framework of the Intensive Arabic Semester program, Givat Haviva Institute offers five full months of study in a special rural atmosphere. The program is aimed at those aged 18 to 30 who are interested in studying the Arabic language and Middle Eastern Studies. Half the program will be devoted to the study of Arabic (reading, writing and speaking).

Core contents of the program:

Studying in one of the best academic institutes in Israel - two languages in one semester – Arabic (classic and spoken) - 456 academic hours and Hebrew – 67 academic hours
Involvement in coexistence projects
Leadership skills workshops with top experts
Middle Eastern studies, Jewish studies, Minority studies, Zionism studies
Enjoying Israeli culture and meeting other young adults
Israel adventure – trips and hikes around the country

What is included?

Accommodations in double air conditioned rooms in a rural atmosphere.
3 meals a day – 7 days a week.
Medical insurance.
Fulltime escort during the entire program.
Living in a kibbutz community.
Kabbalat Shabbat.

Extras:

Computer classroom

Well-stocked library

Encounters with participants from all over the world

Special personal guidance for each participant


	Contact outside of Israel: Hilit Ben-Tzvi hilit_b@givathaviva.org.il Contact in Israel: Inon Tagner Phone: +972-(0)52-865-5337 (UTC+3) Skype: Inon.Tagner http://masa.homestead.com/ www.IntensiveArabicSemester.org Program Information: Program dates: January 15, 2010 - June 15, 2010 Duration: 5 months Ages of participants: 18 - 30 Open for participants from: All countries Language of program: English Home base in Israel: Givat Haviva Religious affiliation: Unaffiliated For cost, please contact the program directly.

MASA Israel journey is a project of the Government of Israel and Jewish communities around the world, represented by the Jewish Agency for Israel and its partners, United Jewish Communities / the Federations of North America, and Keren Hayesod - UIA.