Certificate in Arabic Studies is complementary to the full-time Certificate in Arabic. It is designed for those unable to follow a full-time programme and those interested in a different balance of language and non-language-based courses. No prior knowledge of Arabic is required

With the growing presence and importance of the Middle East in the global economy, the need for Western workers who are versed in the Arabic language and culture has never been greater. One of the world’s oldest languages, Arabic is one of the most commonly spoken native languages globally and the official language of more than 20 countries.

As the official language of the UAE, Arabic language plays a large role in day to day life here. Whilst having the ability to speak or write Arabic is far from essential here, for non-native speakers, it could really set you apart in business and from others.

The importance of ʿilm al-balāgha for anyone serious about understanding, interpreting and contextualising the Qur’an and its early commentaries, ḥadīth and its early commentaries, and classical jurisprudential (fiqhi), theological, philosophical and literary texts is widely recognised. ʿ