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STUDY ARABIC IN FEZ (FES) MOROCCO
Set inside a "bowl" formed by surrounding hills, the old city of Fez is a gem of Moorish-Andalusian architecture. Its delicate minarets, flat roofed houses, narrow, winding streets, (some only 4 feet wide!), crowned by the imposing presence of the green tiled Mosque of city founder Moulay Idriss, and of the Karaouyne, all combine to inspire poets and artists from all over the world.
Since the faithful are forbidden by the Holy Coran to flaunt their wealth, many of the plain wooden doors lining the old medina's narrow alleyways often belie the wonders within. Here, large homes are built around an indoor atrium or courtyard with a fountain in the center. Most rooms open onto this cool, indoor garden, filled with trees or bushes.
Fez is a easy city to walk and many of the attractions include: Mosque of Moulay Idriss II, founder of the city, and patron saint of Morocco. Karaouyne University and medersas, the famous Bou Jeloud Gate and the Nejjarine Square. The Batha Museum, Merinides Tombs, and royal palace esplanade with nearby mellah or ancient Jewish quarter. Over the centuries, Fez has hosted a sizable Jewish community and the cemetery there is a place of pilgrimage for Jews around the world. Besides the Medina, you can explore the Ville Nouvelle, the French built city. You can get a good view of Fez from several hills around the town.
The Fez medina has been declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations. This means ongoing efforts are being made to preserve it in its present state and to encourage a return to some of its former uses, such as residential. The Fez medina is Morocco's largest, some 2,700 acres. The medina is closed to motorized traffic, so donkey carts are widely used to ferry goods around. It's best to take a guide along as its easy to get lost in such a big marketplace.
Fez is noted for their quality craftsmanship, particularly evident in their carpets, perhaps the most beautiful in Morocco. There's also a great selection of fine metalwork in Fez.
The vibrant markets of Fes - organized by trade - form their crafts using methods from the ancient past. Most colorful is the dyers souk, where giant vats of dye are worked by men who jump in the vats to dye to leather hides. Of equal interest are the brass and ceramic souks. Snake charmers are still a spectacle and you will find them at many markets and souks throughout Morocco. The souk is a place of meeting as much as trade. The women walk down on foot from the neighbouring villages, the men take the asses or the carts drawn by mules and as long hordes surge towards these markets. Fez is still an extremely religious and traditional city. Most women still wear veils.
Our Arabic language course also allows you plenty of time to discover the culture of FEZ (FES) & MOROCCO.
ARABIC LANGUAGE IMMERSION IN FEZ (FES) MOROCCO
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ARABIC LANGUAGE SCHOOL & COURSES, STUDY ABROAD IN FEZ (FES) MOROCCO
Learn Arabic in Fez,enjoy your Arabic learning vacation in this ancient walled city.
The walled cities are the main attraction of Fez. The whole old city of Fez has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The immense medina of Fes-l-Bali is a huge labyrinth. In order not to get lost it is best to keep in mind that when you walk down you go towards the center, when you walk up, you leave the center >>
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"THE BASICS"
Planning for your language immersion
:: You will make your own travel arrangements.
:: Arrive independently into Fez.
:: You will be living & studying with like-minded adult International students.
School details
& location map
Our school is in a residential neighborhood, housed in a Moorish-style villa with small garden, easy walking distance to the city center & medina
The school is also home to an English language school, thereby enabling interaction with young Moroccans. Students are welcome to use all of the school's amenities such as the private garden, library, TV area and snack bar.
Language course details
& options
You have the following course options:
4 lessons daily: (20 group lessons per week)
:: Colloquial Moroccan Arabic & Modern Standard Arabic
:: Length course lengths of 3 or 6 weeks
:: Open to all levels (MSA & CMA)
:: Set course length of 3 or 6 weeks
:: Dress code in effect (ie. modest attire)
:: A "lesson" usually lasts approx. 50 minutes
:: Loan of course materials are included
:: Placement test & orientation on first day of course
:: Maximum 8 students per group class
:: MSA and CMA instructors hail from prestigious Moroccan universities
Please Note: For classes with fewer than four students, hours will be reduced proportionately. If there are only 3 students there will be a 25% reduction in hours, or 15 hours per week. If there are 1 or 2 students, there will be a 50% reduction, or 10 hours per week. A content class with only 1 student is normally cancelled, but may be offered with 7.5 hours per week.
Academic credit available:(if required)
Undergraduate Credit Through Brookhaven College
Lodging options
You have the following lodging options:
:: School Residence
:: Private rooms
:: Self catering - NO meals included
:: Located in a villa across the street from the school
:: Large garden and splendid view of the old medina
:: Peaceful setting for studying and relaxing
:: Rooms have high ceilings, many with balconies
:: Expect to share with other international students.
:: Normally students share an apartment
:: Women and men are separated
:: Equipped kitchen including cooking utensils
:: Bed linens provided; must bring towels
:: You will be given a key to your room
Host Family:
:: Private room
:: Meals included: breakfast & dinner daily
:: Meals will be local custom
:: Shared bathroom with family
:: Bed linens provided; must bring towels
:: You will be given a key to your lodgings
:: Located 5 - 25 mins. to school by public transport
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After class & weekend activities
Enjoy social & cultural outings during the week with other students and optional weekend excursions.
Examples of typical cultural opportunities: Lectures on Moroccan or Arab culture, Arabic films, Tours of Fez, visit the Roman ruins of Volubulis, picnics in Ifrane (Atlas Mountains village), visits to a country souk (market) etc.
We also offer a hands-on cooking class in the Medina of Fez, which can be arranged on site.
What our students say about Cairo
"I began learning about the culture as soon as I stepped off of the plane.
The people there are very hospitable and there was always something to do and a place to hang out. The host family was great and completely hospitable the entire time. "
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Start dates & program prices
:: Course Start dates throughout the year
:: Study for as long as you wish
:: Course ONLY option available
:: School closed on weekends & Public holidays
:: Prices are in US dollars
How to Book & Pay
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We require a deposit of $300 (or 10% if over $3000) to book any language vacation.
We guarantee the highest quality Arabic Language Courses...
- Historic city & intellectual capital of Morocco
- Home to the largest mosque in North Africa and the most complex medina
- School housed in a large Moorish-style villa
- Academic credit available
Arrival airport: Casablanca
Most students arrive in Fez via Casablanca airport. Most make a connecting flight to Fez, which is only a domestic airport but offers good connections. You may also catch a train from Casablanca to the main Fez train station "Gare de Fez".
4 lessons daily: (20 group lessons per week)
