Arabic belongs to the branch of Semitic languages, the best known of which are Hebrew and Aramaic. Today, it is the largest member of this family, with over half a billion speakers worldwide. It is the official language in more than 20 countries across Africa and the Middle East, and in recent years, it has also become the second language in several European countries, such as Sweden, due to the growing number of Arabic speakers.
Arabic is significant not only from a geopolitical perspective—being one of the six official languages of the United Nations—but also from a cultural standpoint. It was the primary medium of expression during the flourishing Arab-Islamic civilization (9th–13th century AD) and remains deeply intertwined with the daily lives of millions of Muslims, both Arabic-speaking and non-Arabic-speaking.
Modern Standard Arabic, also known as al-Fusḥa, is a simplified, modernized form of classical Qur’anic Arabic and is taught worldwide. It is the language of literature, formal writing, politics, and media (e.g., Al Jazeera), and it plays a key role in fostering linguistic and cultural unity across the Arab world. This is also the variety we teach in our program.
At the same time, there are dozens of spoken dialects across the Arab world, which vary in their proximity to the standard form. These dialects reflect the rich regional diversity of the language.
The Arabic alphabet consists of 28 letters, and while it may appear quite different from what many learners are used to, it is logical and systematic, and learners quickly become familiar with it through guided instruction
The Arabic alphabet has 28 characters and is admittedly something quite different from what we are used to.
1. AN-NAJAH NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF NABLUS
- This certification is recognized across Europe.
- The University of Piraeus is an official examination center.
- Levels:
- All CEFR levels are examined: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, and C2.
- For levels B2, C1, and C2, candidates must have passed the B1 level exam.
- Certificate of the Arabic Language Level – (A1-A2)
- Certificate of the Arabic Language Intermediate Level – B1
- Certificate of the Arabic Language Intermediate Level – B2
- Certificate of the Arabic Language Intermediate Level – C1
- Exams: Exams are held every June for all levels in Athens and Thessaloniki.
2. Egyptian Cultural Center
- The Egyptian Cultural Center in Athens, in collaboration with the Cultural Center of the Embassy of Egypt, offers an Arabic Language Certificate recognized by the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education.
- Levels: A1, A2 (beginner), and B1, B2 (intermediate).
- Exams: Held every June in Athens at the Egyptian Cultural Center.
The Arabic language is one of the most important in the world due to its political and economic significance.
A1 2 academic hours per week for 9 months
A2: 2 academic hours per week for 9 months
B1: 3 academic hours per week for 9 months
B2: 2-3 academic hours per week for 9 months
C1: 3 academic hours per week for 9 months
C2: 3 academic hours per week for 9 months
“Private lessons also available upon arrangement with the students.”
