Arabic Language Institute

Vision

The institute is concerned with teaching Arabic to global learners and to cultivate their academic and professional excellence through diverse, extensive, and progressive educational programs that uphold international standards in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) adopted at the global level. Furthermore, it enables the administration of proficiency tests (TAAFL) to assess the student’s linguistic competence in Arabic and to award them the accredited proficiency certificate.

Message

Institute’s vision is to equip students with linguistic skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking using Al-Azhar’s certified and expert-designed methods and materials, which enable students to attain the desired level with novel and contemporary approaches.

Objectives

• Facilitate Arabic to global learners and spread it worldwide.
• Elevate the student to the linguistic proficiency that empowers them to comprehend the Quran, the Sunnah, and the literary legacy of our forefathers.
• Prepare the student to pursue the academic study and enroll at Al-Azhar and universities across the globe.
• Enable the aspirants of Arabic to utilize it in everyday life.
• Train professionals in various occupational fields (diplomatic corps – international trade and economy – international tourism – medicine and pharmacy – journalism and media – functional translation) to excel in Arabic to expedite their job tasks.
• Develop competent teachers and train them to instruct Arabic to global learners and enhance them cognitively, professionally, and technically.

Who Can Join?

• Global Learners (teens and adults).
• Professionals in various occupational fields and employees in public and private sectors.

Testing Arabic as Foreign Language

Arabic proficiency transcends linguistic boundaries, fostering interfaith dialogue and cultural exchange. As graduates emerge from An-Nour Institute, they carry with them not only the eloquence of the language but also a profound understanding of its spiritual significance.

These skilled individuals serve as imams, guiding congregations in prayer, scholars delving into sacred texts, and educators disseminating knowledge across continents. Their fluency in Arabic becomes a bridge—a conduit for shared wisdom, compassion, and unity. Through their teachings, they weave a tapestry of understanding, connecting diverse communities and enriching the global discourse.

Therefore, the Arabic Language stands as a cornerstone within the educational ecosystem of An-Nour Institute for Al-Azhar Education, renowned for its commitment to Islamic scholarship and Arabic language proficiency. Rooted in centuries of Al-Azhar tradition, the Arabic Language Institute bridges the gap between sacred knowledge and linguistic mastery.

The institute offers two types of Arabic language tests:

1. Placement Tests
2. Proficiency Certification Test

Departments

General Training Course

The institute offers an immersive educational program on theoretical and practical materials for those passionate about delving into Islamic sciences through the medium of Arabic. Guided by the esteemed Al-Azhar Al-Sharif series, students advance from beginner to proficiency levels.

Over twelve months, our students progress through six levels, each comprising eight weeks of intensive study with a total of one hundred and forty-four hours of study for the level. These hours are meticulously divided across four essential skills: reading, listening, writing, and speaking.

Following a comprehensive placement test, the program ascertains the student’s study level. Upon successful completion of each stage, the student receives a certificate. Additionally, after passing all levels, they earn an accredited proficiency certificate from the esteemed An-Nour Institute for Al-Azhar Education. 

The institution provides gender-segregated classes for male and female students, ensuring a comfortable and conducive learning environment for everyone.

Tailored Arabic Language Program for Groups

The institute proudly presents a specialized educational curriculum designed to teach modern Arabic. Tailored for distinct groups, these courses cater to professionals across various domains: diplomatic corps, international trade and economy, international tourism, medicine and pharmacy, journalism and media, and functional translation, etc.

The duration of each course flexibly spans from three to six months, aligning precisely with the student’s requirements to equip them with linguistic prowess, empowering effective communication in professional sphere. Upon successful completion, students receive a prestigious certificate accredited by An-Nour Institute for Al-Azhar Education.