The University of Texas at Austin’s Department of Middle Eastern Studies and Arabic Flagship Program are pleased to announce the summer 2011 Arabic Summer Institute.

The institute is open to all qualified applicants.

Program Highlights:
– An intensive ten-week summer program equivalent to one full academic year of study
– Elementary, intermediate, and advanced training combining instruction in MSA and colloquial Arabic
– An emphasis on communicative teaching methodology
– Daily dardasha (chat) classes devoted to developing spoken skills in Arabic
– A focus on building listening comprehension skills through Arabic media and current events
– A fully incorporated cultural program with lectures, hands-on workshops, and guest speakers
– A resident advisor to provide tutoring, advice, and guidance
– Dedicated, supportive faculty trained in Arabic pedagogy

Program Details:
– 6 Jun – 12 Aug 2011
– 12 credit hours for Elementary and Intermediate students
– 10 credit hours for Advanced students
– 22 contact hours per week
– $3800 tuition for both in-state and non-resident students

Application Instructions:
Visit: http://utarabicflagship.org/curriculum/arabic_summer_institute.html

Priority deadline is March 1, 2011.

email or call Kimberly Dahl, Senior Program Coordinator

Arabic Flagship Program

512-471-3283