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GCSE Arabic Exam
GCSE Arabic Exam bookings with Pass, including Edexcel IGCSE exam entry, private candidate support and clear guidance from booking to results.
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Fast-Track GCSE Arabic Resit. Retake GCSE Arabic in the next suitable exam series with private candidate support from Pass.
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Internationally-Regulated GCSE Arabic Exam. Sit the Edexcel IGCSE Arabic First Language qualification, recognised as a GCSE equivalent.
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Low Cost Guaranteed, No Hidden Fees. Get clear pricing for your GCSE Arabic booking, with the exam entry and support explained upfront.
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How does the GCSE Arabic exam process work?
Ready to book a GCSE Exam, or looking at a GCSE Arabic resit? Pass makes the process clear from the start, helping you understand the Edexcel IGCSE option, choose the right sitting and secure a place at a suitable centre.
GCSE Arabic exams are taken in person, with November 2026 and May 2027 sittings available through Edexcel IGCSE. The exam is open to external candidates, resit learners and adult learners, with November exams available for learners aged 16 and over.
Speak to one of our GCSE exam advisors today and we will help you move from choosing your exam option to feeling confident about the day itself.
Reserve your place
Choose your GCSE Arabic exam option and Pass will follow up with the next steps for arranging your place.
Take your exam
We will confirm your exam time, location and key details before you attend your allocated Pass exam centre.
Receive your results
Your grade will be released through the exam centre on the relevant national results day.
Take the next step in your career
Use your GCSE Arabic qualification to progress into further study, training or work.
Fast-Track GCSE Arabic Qualification
Book your GCSE Arabic exam through a quicker route than returning to school or college, with Pass helping you secure an exam place that fits your plans. If you also need structured study support before your exam, Pass’s online GCSE courses page shows the wider GCSE course options available online.
Internationally-Regulated GCSE Arabic Exam
This GCSE Arabic exam follows the Edexcel International GCSE specification, giving you a recognised qualification accepted across the UK by employers, colleges and education providers.
Low Cost Guaranteed, No Hidden Fees
Pass offers clear pricing for both exam bookings and online GCSE courses with the key exam arrangements included, so you know what you are paying before you book.
1Reserve your place
Choose your preferred exam date, exam board and exam option online, then proceed through the checkout to complete your booking.
GCSE Arabic Details
Internationally-Regulated Edexcel IGCSE Arabic exam
Open to private candidates, external candidates, resit learners and adult learners
Recognised throughout the UK as a fully accredited GCSE-equivalent qualification
Pass will help arrange your place at a suitable Pass-approved exam centre
Flexible Exam booking
Flexible Exam Series, giving you the freedom to decide on your exam series when you feel ready
*Your booking will remain valid up to and including the equivalent exam series two years later. For example, any booking made before the end of the Summer 2026 exam series can be used to sit an exam in any available series up to and including Summer 2028.
Late fees may apply depending on when you confirm your chosen exam series. Please see our T&Cs for full details.
2Take your exam
Before your exam day, we will send you full confirmation of the time, location and relevant details for your exam centre, so there are no surprises on the day. We recommend checking the exam rules in advance so everything runs smoothly. On the day itself, make your way to your local Pass centre and sit your exam in person.
Exam Information
Exam taken in person at an exam centre local to you
GCSE Arabic exam dates can be found below
3Receive your results
GCSE results are published on a nationally confirmed date every year: for summer exams this is generally the third Thursday in August, when grades are released across all subjects and exam boards at the same time.
As a private candidate sitting GCSE Arabic, your results will be issued through your exam centre. It is worth contacting them before results day to confirm how they provide grades, as this differs between centres - some require collection in person, while others will send results by email or post.
4Take the next step. It all starts with a Pass.
Use your GCSE Arabic qualification to progress into college, university, an apprenticeship, or take the next step in your career. If Arabic is part of a wider study plan, Pass’s online GCSEs page explains the flexible GCSE routes available across different subjects.
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GCSE Arabic Exam Information - Edexcel IGCSE (4AA1)
Paper 1 - Reading, Summary and Grammar
Topics
Reading comprehension, summarising and grammar skills across a range of everyday and contemporary topics, including education, culture, media, travel, health, technology and social issues.
Format
Part 1 focuses on short and extended-response reading questions based on two texts, including comparison tasks. Part 2 requires students to summarise the main points of a short text. Part 3 assesses grammatical structures and language manipulation.
Paper 2 - Writing
Topics
Extended writing across a variety of contemporary topics and themes, with students demonstrating the ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively in Arabic.
Format
Students complete two extended writing tasks chosen from three options. Tasks may involve arguing, narrating, describing, persuading, informing or explaining in formats such as essays, articles, letters, speeches or narratives.
GCSE Arabic Exam Dates (Edexcel IGCSE)
May 2027
| DATE | TIME | DURATION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Monday 10th May | Morning | 2h 15m |
| Paper 2 | Thursday 20th May | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 1
Paper 2
GCSE Arabic Exam Dates (Edexcel IGCSE)
November 2026
| DATE | TIME | DURATION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Tuesday 27th October | Morning | 2h 15m |
| Paper 2 | Tuesday 3rd November | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 1
Paper 2
FAQs
When can I sit an IGCSE Arabic exam?
The Edexcel IGCSE Arabic exam series offered here is in summer. Pass will confirm the exact dates for your booking before it is finalised.
Is there an IGCSE Arabic resit option for adults?
Yes. Adult learners can book an IGCSE Arabic resit with Pass as private candidates. This route is suitable if you need a recognised Arabic qualification for college, university, teacher training, heritage language recognition or career progression.
What is the pass mark for the IGCSE Arabic exam?
Pass marks vary each year because grade boundaries are set by the exam board after papers have been marked. Pass will help you understand the qualification structure, but the final grade boundary is confirmed by Edexcel.
What is a fast-track GCSE qualification?
A fast-track GCSE qualification means preparing for and sitting your exam in a shorter timeframe than a traditional school route. Many learners use this route when they need a recognised qualification quickly: Pass not only offers exam bookings for GCSEs online but also online course options.
Is there a speaking or listening component?
No. The Edexcel IGCSE Arabic (First Language) qualification is assessed entirely through written papers. Reading comprehension and writing skills are tested, but there is no separate speaking or listening assessment.
Can I take an GCSE exam online?
No. GCSE exams are not taken online because they must be sat in person under exam conditions. Pass can still support your preparation through online GCSE courses for select subjects, while your papers are completed at an exam centre.
Which exam board do you offer?
Pass offers Edexcel International GCSE Arabic (First Language), specification code 4AA1. This is a widely recognised qualification accepted by UK universities, colleges and employers.
Where will I sit my exam?
Your exam will be sat in person at a Pass-approved exam centre. Once your booking is in progress, Pass will confirm the venue details and any key instructions for your papers.
Can I access free revision materials?
Yes. Pass can direct learners to free IGCSE Arabic revision materials, and the Exam + Course option gives structured online support with vocabulary practice, grammar tutorials, practice questions and mock exams.
Is this qualification suitable for non-native Arabic speakers?
The Edexcel IGCSE Arabic qualification is designed as a first-language qualification, so it is best suited to heritage speakers or learners who already read and write Arabic to a high standard. If you are learning Arabic as a foreign language, Pass can advise on whether this is the right route for you.
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