Intensive English Program

All students applying to English-taught programs at City University Ajman (CUA) are required to meet the minimum English language proficiency through one of the approved academic tests:

• IELTS (Academic) with a minimum band score of 5.0
• TOEFL (Paper-Based Test) with a minimum score of 500
• TOEFL (Interest-Based Test) with a minimum score of 61
• Or an equivalent score from other Ministry-approved assessments.

This requirement applies to all applicants whose chosen academic program mandates proof of English proficiency and who have not yet met the English requirement. This includes students who were previously admitted to non-accredited Intensive English Programs or remedial English courses.

Intensive English Program (IEP)

For students who do not meet the minimum required score in the approved English language tests, CUA offers an Intensive English Program (IEP), subject to the following:

1. Placement in IEP Levels
   Applicants who fall short of the required score must enroll in either Level 1 or Level 2 of the IEP, depending on their English language proficiency.
2. Concurrent Enrollment in General Education Courses
   Students enrolled in the IEP may take up to two general education courses concurrently. These include:
   • Computer Fundamentals
   • University Mathematics
   • Islamic Culture
   • UAE Studies
     This structure encourages students to progress academically while working toward achieving the required English proficiency.
     If a student does not obtain the required test score, they may repeat the IEP. However, if they achieve the required score during the program, they may withdraw from the course.
3. Exemption for Arabic-Taught Programs
   Students applying to Arabic-taught programs at CUA are exempt from taking any of the aforementioned English language tests and are not subject to the English proficiency requirement.

Note:

The objective and required score for the IEP may vary from one student to another, depending on the specific requirements of the academic program they have been admitted to, and the curriculum they completed in their high school education.