Leaving Cert Arabic FAQs

FAQs

The new specification for Arabic was introduced in 2025. The first exam will take place in June 2027.

The specification and other official documents about the New Leaving Certificate (LC) Arabic are published and will be updated on the Curriculum Online website.

Sample papers for the new Leaving Cert Arabic are not currently available. Future sample papers will be published on The State Examinations Commission website.

Information and topics for the oral exam will also be published on The State Examinations Commission website.

Yes. The new Leaving Cert Arabic exam counts towards language entry requirements to third level institutions.

Yes, but to be fully prepared for the exam we advise you to take the classes.

Go to the Exam Secretary in school to start the registration process and confirm your subject choice.

 

Fully funded Leaving Certificate Leaving Cert Arabic classes may be available online from September. Students must join the class at the beginning of their 5th year. More details can be found here.

It depends:
 
For students attending classes in public schools or with PPLI, the course must commence in 5th Year to ensure completion of the full 180 hours.
In the case of self-study, there is no requirement on study hours and exam registration is open to any student.

Yes, the same exam is taken by all candidates.

The exam is offered at two levels: ordinary and higher level. Students can choose to take the level they prefer.

No, they can do both.

No. The use of a mix of diverse materials is encouraged to achieve the learning outcome marked in the specification. There is a self-assessment grid at the end of the specification, which could be useful for students’ self-evaluation of progress and outcomes.

The State Examinations Commission. Click here.

The National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) has published a guideline on how to develop a portfolio here.

You should check the requirements of the university or consult directly with the university about their language and subject requirements.