Learning Hebrew

Levels 1 & 2

We are glad to offer Hebrew lessons as subsidized courses on campus, overseen by the FGS in all academic aspects of the courses. The lessons are for FGS Internationals, FGS new immigrants, WIS Internationals employees, and their spouse. WIS employees who are new immigrants should contact the HR Organizational learning section to check options.

  • Level 1 is for complete beginners. Next courses: 10 November 2024 - 9 February 2025, and 16 March - 25 June 2025. 
  • Level 2 is for those who have studied 50 hours of Hebrew. Next course: 16 March - 25 June 2025.
  • 24 lessons, twice a week, in the evening (90 min.).
  • 300 shekels including materials.
  • Places are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Registration details will be advertised here and via email in mid-October and mid-February.

Levels 3, 4, 5

The lessons are held in small groups on campus in the evening. Levels 3, 4, and 5 are run privately by Mrs. Amit Cohen:

Mobile: 052-220-9047 Email: Amitcoh5@gmail.com

Private Lessons

One on one lessons. Rates are for WIS members and immediate family.

Mrs. Amit Cohen: Mobile: 052-220-9047 Email: Amitcoh5@gmail.com. 140 NIS.

Mrs. Sharon Sofer: Mobile: 054-588-1301 Email: sharonsofer94@gmail.com. 120 NIS.

Online Learning Resources

Ulpan La-Inyan A comprehensive Hebrew-learning experience focusing on the skills needed for conversation. 

Ulpan-Or Study Hebrew online with a personal Hebrew coach. Ulpan Or offers study kits, workshops, and online tutors. You can choose to study a particular vocabulary set, such as focusing on learning the professional language you need for your vocation.

LingoLearn An Israeli-based online language school, offering classes taught by experienced native-speaking teachers and including high-quality structured learning materials. Visit the website to learn more and sign up for a free trial lesson.

Hebrew Lessons The Hebrew Lessons Challenge is a new, online, innovative language-learning program that has created a fun, challenging learning experience. Monthly memberships include all the lessons and support tools that you need to succeed in learning Hebrew. Learn on your own schedule, the lessons are available whenever you are! 

Ulpan Bayit Ulpan Bayit offers short, fast paced Hebrew courses in an online format. Build confidence, enrich your language, join the best Hebrew Ulpan in Tel-Aviv and become a real Hebrew speaker without having to leave home! 

 

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