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About the Program
Explore madrasas, fondouks, palaces and 13th century ruins. Take intensive Modern Standard Arabic and fascinating cultural courses. Live with warm and welcoming host families. Surround yourself in Arabic. On weekends, travel to the imperial city of Meknes, the capital city of Rabat and the hypnotizing markets of Marrakesh. Excursions include a trip to the Sahara desert.
Fez's medina, declared an UNESCO world heritage site in 1981, is one of the largest and most enduring Medieval Islamic settlements in the world. Experience the complexity of modern and ancient Morocco in the cultural and spiritual city of Fez. All classes are held in a large villa, surrounded by a lush garden and patio, in the 'modern' Ville Nouvelle neighborhood.
The University of Minnesota partners with the Arabic Language Institute in Fez, a language institute which has an excellent reputation as the preeminent institution in the Maghreb for the teaching of Arabic as a foreign language.
About the Program Sponsor: Learning Abroad Center
Learning Abroad Center sponsored programs are:
Affordable: our programs are cost effective.
Academically strong: many programs have strong University of Minnesota departmental support and offer pre-approved courses for many majors.
Culturally rich: regardless of the program you choose, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture.
Expertly managed: our staff in Minnesota and abroad are trained professionals and are always available to answer your questions from pre-departure to reentry. Your safety and well-being are paramount, and we work hard to ensure you have a rewarding, and safe, experience abroad.
Faculty & Staff
All courses are taught by Moroccan faculty members from local universities. ALIF's instructors hail from prestigious modern state universities in Morocco, like Mohammed V in Rabat, and traditional institutions such as the Qarawiyyin University, an Islamic institution of higher learning in Fez.
Housing & Meals
Homestays are an integral component of the Arabic Language & Culture in Morocco program learning experience. All students live and share most meals with Moroccan families. Students can choose to either live in old medina or to live in the modern part of Fez.
Excursions & Social Activities
Excursions may include vineyards, a walking tour of Fez including the medina, Mid-Atlas Mountains, a Desert tour, Volubilis, Chefchaouen, as well as an excursion to neighboring Meknes.
Access Abroad
Persons with disabilities or special needs are encouraged to explore opportunities abroad. The Learning Abroad Center and Disability Services are collaborating to enhance access to study abroad for students with disabilities. Go to the Access Abroad web page for more information.
Last modified on April 10, 2009 |