New Arabic Beginners Course for BSMS Students and Staff – Enrol Now
By: Laura Mark
Last updated: Thursday, 18 December 2025

Arabic Foundations for Medical Students and Professionals
We are excited to announce a new Language Short Course designed for BSMS students, staff, and medical professionals in the wider community. This beginner-level course provides a basic grounding in Arabic through medical topics, helping participants develop language skills relevant to healthcare contexts and patient communication.
Course details:
* Start date: Week commencing 9 February 2026
* Duration: 10 weeks
* Instructor: Dr Aisha El-Turki, Assistant Professor in Arabic
* Schedule (choose one option):
• Online: Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
• In-person: Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Enrolment is now open: Click here to enrol
For more information or queries, email languageshortcourses@sussex.ac.uk.
This course is offered by the Department of Language Studies at the University of Sussex.
