Arabic Translation for UK University Admissions
Thousands of Arabic-speaking students apply to UK universities each year, and most institutions require certified English translations of all academic documents issued in Arabic. Whether you are applying through UCAS, submitting a postgraduate application directly, or entering through clearing, we provide translations accepted by every UK university.
UK universities require certified English translations of all foreign-language documents as part of their admissions process. For Arabic-speaking applicants from across the 22 Arab League countries, this typically includes degree certificates, academic transcripts, secondary school diplomas, and personal statements. Russell Group universities, in particular, have strict verification processes and require translations that accurately reflect grading systems, credit hours, and institutional accreditation. Our translators are experienced with academic documents from universities across the Arab world, including institutions that use both Arabic and English or Arabic and French on their official paperwork.
Documents UK Universities Need Translated
Degree Certificates
Certified translation of Arabic degree certificates (Shahadat) from universities across the Arab world, with accurate rendering of degree titles, classifications, and conferring institution details.
Learn moreAcademic Transcripts
Full translation of Arabic transcripts including course names, credit hours, grades, GPA, and any annotations. We accurately convert Arabic grading scales for UK university understanding.
Learn moreSecondary School Diplomas
Translation of Arabic secondary school certificates such as the Tawjihi, Thanawiyya Amma, or Baccalaureate, required for undergraduate admissions and UCAS applications.
Learn morePersonal Statements & Reference Letters
Professional translation of Arabic personal statements and academic reference letters, preserving the tone and intent of the original text for admissions committees.
Learn morePassport & Identity Documents
Certified translation of Arabic passports and national identity cards required for enrolment, student finance applications, and CAS number issuance.
Learn moreAcceptance Standards
- Translation must be produced by a professional translator (not the applicant or a family member)
- The translator must certify the translation as a true and accurate rendering of the original Arabic document
- Translator's full name, qualifications, and contact details must appear on the certified translation
- The translation must be dated and signed by the translator
- Original Arabic documents should be available for verification if requested by the university
How It Works
Upload Your Documents
Scan or photograph your Arabic academic documents and upload them through our quote form. We accept degree certificates, transcripts, diplomas, and reference letters.
Receive Your Quote
We review your documents and provide an instant quote. We offer competitive rates for academic documents, with discounts available for multiple documents.
Professional Translation
A native Arabic translator with academic expertise translates your documents, ensuring correct rendering of grading systems, degree titles, and institutional terminology.
Certified & Delivered
Your certified translations are delivered by email (PDF) and optional Royal Mail post. Turnaround from same day for urgent UCAS deadlines to 2-3 business days standard.
Key UK Universities We Work With
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, all UK universities accept certified translations produced by a professional translation service. The translation must include a certification statement confirming accuracy, the translator's credentials, and a date. Our translations are accepted by every UK university, including all Russell Group institutions.
Our translators are experienced with grading systems from across the Arab world, including percentage-based systems (common in Egypt and the Levant), GPA-based systems (common in the Gulf), and letter-grade systems. We translate grades exactly as they appear on the original document and can include explanatory notes about the grading scale if required by the university.
Yes, we offer same-day and next-day turnaround for urgent UCAS applications. The January and June UCAS deadlines are our busiest periods for Arabic academic translations, so we recommend submitting your documents as early as possible. Contact us on 0800 193 8888 for urgent requests.
Yes, we translate academic documents from universities across all 22 Arab League countries, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. Our translators are familiar with the specific terminology and formatting used by institutions in each country.
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