Calligraphy

This Islamic calligraphy course offers a comprehensive historical overview of the Arabic script, covering its origins, development, and key characteristics across various calligraphy styles. It enhances students' general skills in Arabic writing and provides the opportunity to master specific styles, such as Kufic calligraphy or Moroccan calligraphy, for a more specialized learning experience.

Our Calligraphy program offers students a deep dive into the history, evolution, and artistic beauty of Islamic calligraphy. This course explores the origins and development of Arabic script while highlighting the unique characteristics of various calligraphic style

Students begin by refining their handwriting and penmanship, learning the fundamental strokes and shapes that form Arabic letters. As they progress, they can specialize in a specific style, such as Kufic, Naskh, Thuluth, or the Moroccan Maghrebi style, mastering the techniques that define each artistic tradition.

Beyond technique, the course fosters an appreciation for calligraphy as both an art form and a spiritual practice, emphasizing the harmony, precision, and elegance inherent in each stroke. Through guided exercises, students will develop the skills and confidence needed to create intricate, expressive calligraphic compositions.

Whether you are a beginner or an aspiring calligrapher, this course provides the knowledge, tools, and hands-on practice to master Arabic calligraphy and bring its timeless beauty to life.

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CIMA Arabic Language Certification

The CIMA (International Certificate of Arabic Language Proficiency) is a globally recognized certification that validates your level in Modern Standard Arabic. Developed by the Institut du Monde Arabe (IMA) in partnership with France Éducation International, CIMA is the first international Arabic proficiency certificate of its kind.

The IMA organizes two CIMA exam sessions each year, in spring and fall, at its headquarters and through authorized testing centers worldwide. This certification offers students and professionals an official and internationally accepted assessment of their Arabic language skills.

CIMA Arabic Language Certification