Communicate in Amharic, spoken by over 40 million people in Ethiopia, utilized in government and transcending regional boundaries, with its unique writing system comprising 256 syllabic letters flowing from left to right. Amharic is a valuable tool not only for Ethiopians but also for international non-profit groups, diplomats, advisors, and scholars in anthropology, geology, biology, history, archaeology, and linguistics who work in Ethiopia and seek language training in Amharic.
Learn Amharic with
Moges Yigezu Woube
Professor-at-Large, The Africa Institute Ph.D. in Comparative-Historical Linguistics, University of Brussels
Woube is a native speaker of Amharic and has experience in teaching and preparing educational materials to teach Amharic as a foreign language. He is an Associate Professor of Linguistics at the Department of Linguistics and Philology, Addis Ababa University. After earning his Ph.D. in Comparative-Historical Linguistics from the University of Brussels in 2001, over the past two decades, Woube has actively participated in various research programs, gaining a unique blend of experiences intersecting language, culture, education, and policy formulation. Read more.
On Completion of This Program, You Will Acquire
- Language Proficiency: Develop the skills to speak, read, and write an African language, enabling effective communication with native speakers and enriching your understanding of authentic texts from the target culture.
- Cultural Understanding: Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural landscapes of the African continent, fostering cultural sensitivity and creating opportunities for engagement with diverse communities.
- Global Career Opportunities: Gain a valuable skill that enhances your career prospects. Language proficiency is highly sought after in various professional fields, including translation and interpretation, international relations, social services, and business.
Register Your Interest
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