Arabic Certificate

Get certified in Arabic language!

Who Is It For? French speakers and francophones looking to learn Modern Standard Arabic or Dialectal Arabic in a structured, immersive setting.

Class Format In-person at our centres in Oud Metha or Knowledge Park. Online sessions are also available.

Session Length Standard sessions run 2 to 3 hours. Intensive formats are available for faster progression.

Class Size Small groups of 8 to 12 students to maximise speaking time and personalised feedback.

A certificate of attendance is issued upon successful completion of each module. Contact us for current enrolment dates and availability.

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Check upcoming Arabic course sessions and secure your place. Class sizes are limited — register early to avoid missing the next intake.

Why This Exam

Official Certificate

CIMA is the first comprehensive and meaningful certification to assess modern standard Arabic. It was created to promote the Arabic language by the Arab World Institute in Paris, a unique cultural bridge between France and the Arab nations, in partnership with the French National Education agency responsible for French language proficiency tests & diplomas (CIEP).

The CIMA is intended for anyone over the age of 15. A certificate it is an essential step in structuring and assessing the quality of language teaching. It is also an important tool for businesses, organizations and training centers. The exam’s duration is approximately 3 hours.

Exam Parts

Listening

Reading

Writing

Speaking

CIMA, the International Certificate for Proficiency in Arabic, is the first internationally recognized certification that assesses your proficiency in modern standard Arabic.

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