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Learning Arabic in Egypt 2024 - Student Journey (Advice and Costs)

Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatullah, Brother Abdul has recently returned to the UK after spending two years in Egypt.  Below he shares an overview of the different aspects students need to consider before travelling, expected costs and useful advice for your travel.  His recent return means the costs are relevant as of August 2024.   Learning Arabic   #### Tuition Centers (Markaz) - Popular centers include: 'Fajr Center', 'Lisanul Arab', and 'Al-Ibaanah', often located near each other. - Class sizes vary depending on the center:   - Some have 7-13 students per class and others may accommodate 20-30 students.   - The syllabus across different centres can vary and the strengths of each approach.   - Regardless of which centre, if you complete a full syllabus, you should develop to a good level. - **Arabic Course Structure**:   - 15 levels, with each level lasting a month. You must pass a test at the end of each level to progress.   - Most centers use the b