Program Overview

Khalifa University Programs

Arabic for Beginners Specialization

The Arabic for Beginners Specialization is a comprehensive program tailored for learners with no or little prior Arabic knowledge. This specialization covers the phonetics of the Arabic language, nuances between feminine and masculine language specifics, and practical communication skills, through audiovisual aids and group discussions.

Program Details

• The program is asynchronous and automated, providing a seamless and flexible learning experience.
• The medium of instruction is English.
• The program is designed to promote self-learning and provide an opportunity for learners to work and communicate in an Arabic speaking environment.
• Learners who successfully complete the specialization will receive unique certificates that bear the distinctive signature in Arabic and include a verification link for authentication.

Research Areas

Khalifa University is also working with its world-class faculty from both the College of Computing and Mathematical Sciences and the College of Medicine and Health Sciences (KU CMHS) to develop two more specializations:

• Intelligent Systems for Executives
• Deep Learning

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs)

The collaboration with Coursera and the launch of the specialization align with three of the 17 UN SDGs:

• Quality Education (SDG-4)
• Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG-8)
• Partnerships for the Goals (SDG-17)

Program Launch

The Arabic for Beginners Specialization is launched in collaboration with Coursera, enabling 129 million learners across the globe to learn conversational Arabic and meet their professional development goals.