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Key Facts: MATSEC AM Arabic Exam
AM 03
Official MATSEC Advanced subject code
MATSEC 2026 syllabi catalogue
A–E / F
Subject grade scale (A highest pass; F fail)
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
30 / 24 / 18 / 12 / 6
AM grade points for grades A / B / C / D / E
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
44
Minimum total grade points for Matriculation Certificate (with required subject mix)
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
EUR 45
Revision of Paper fee at AM level (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)
MATSEC Examination Fees document
EUR 35
Late registration fee per subject (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)
MATSEC Examination Fees document
100
Free practice MCQs on this page (study adaptation)
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MATSEC Advanced Matriculation Arabic (AM 03) is a University of Malta MATSEC subject assessed under the 2026 syllabus (Oral ~20 minutes + two written papers of 3 hours each). Results use grades A–E (pass) or F; AM grade points contribute to the Matriculation Certificate (minimum 44 points). The 100 questions on this page are an English-language MCQ study adaptation, not an official MATSEC format simulation.
Sample MATSEC AM Arabic Practice Questions
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1According to the MATSEC AM Arabic (AM 03) 2026 syllabus, which components make up the full examination?
2How many marks is Paper I (oral) worth in AM Arabic 2026?
3In Paper II Language, which task carries the highest mark allocation?
4Paper III Arabic Civilisation and Literature requires candidates to answer how many questions in total?
5For Sections A and B of Paper III (and Questions 1–6 style answers on Paper II as specified), answers may be given in which languages?
6When is AM Arabic (AM 03) listed as available according to the 2026 syllabus heading?
7Paper II(d) requires candidates to do which of the following to an Arabic passage?
8Unless otherwise specified (e.g. the obligatory vocalisation question), how may Arabic script in answers be presented?
9Paper I oral consists of which two main parts?
10Which of the following is an official 3-minute talk topic listed for Paper I?
About the MATSEC AM Arabic Exam
Malta Advanced Matriculation (AM) Arabic — AM 03 (2026) is administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board (University of Malta). Advanced Matriculation subjects form part of the Matriculation Certificate pathway (two Advanced Level subjects, three Intermediate Level subjects and Systems of Knowledge, with group restrictions and a minimum of 44 grade points; AM grade points A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6). Assessment for AM 03 follows the official 2026 syllabus scheme: Paper I oral (~20 minutes, 20 marks) including listening comprehension with oral questions; Paper II written language (3 hours, 40 marks); Paper III written literature/history (3 hours, 40 marks). Available in September. Unless otherwise specified, answers may use Arabic script conventions stated in the syllabus; some Paper III answers may be in Arabic, English or Maltese as allowed. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation of syllabus knowledge and judgment, not an official paper simulation or substitute for required oral, practical, performance, coursework or project work.
Assessment
Paper I oral (~20 minutes, 20 marks) including listening comprehension with oral questions; Paper II written language (3 hours, 40 marks); Paper III written literature/history (3 hours, 40 marks). Available in September. Unless otherwise specified, answers may use Arabic script conventions stated in the syllabus; some Paper III answers may be in Arabic, English or Maltese as allowed.
Time Limit
Oral ~20 minutes + two written papers of 3 hours each
Passing Score
Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
Exam Fee
The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable. (MATSEC Examinations Board, University of Malta)
MATSEC AM Arabic Exam Content Outline
Arabic oral communication and listening
Arabic oral communication and listening
Advanced Arabic grammar and composition
Advanced Arabic grammar and composition
Reading comprehension and translation
Reading comprehension and translation
Arabic literature prescribed texts
Arabic literature prescribed texts
History of the Arabs (syllabus sections)
History of the Arabs (syllabus sections)
How to Pass the MATSEC AM Arabic Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
- Assessment: Paper I oral (~20 minutes, 20 marks) including listening comprehension with oral questions; Paper II written language (3 hours, 40 marks); Paper III written literature/history (3 hours, 40 marks). Available in September. Unless otherwise specified, answers may use Arabic script conventions stated in the syllabus; some Paper III answers may be in Arabic, English or Maltese as allowed.
- Time limit: Oral ~20 minutes + two written papers of 3 hours each
- Exam fee: The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is MATSEC Advanced Matriculation Arabic?
Malta Advanced Matriculation (AM) Arabic — AM 03 (2026) is an Advanced Matriculation subject administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board at the University of Malta under the official 2026 syllabus (AM 03). Advanced subjects contribute grade points toward the Matriculation Certificate (A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6).
How is MATSEC AM Arabic assessed?
Paper I oral (~20 minutes, 20 marks) including listening comprehension with oral questions; Paper II written language (3 hours, 40 marks); Paper III written literature/history (3 hours, 40 marks). Available in September. Unless otherwise specified, answers may use Arabic script conventions stated in the syllabus; some Paper III answers may be in Arabic, English or Maltese as allowed. Official papers are not fixed multiple-choice totals.
How much does MATSEC AM registration cost?
The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable.
What grades and points apply at Advanced Level?
Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
Are these official MATSEC examination questions?
No. Official MATSEC AM Arabic uses the written/oral/practical/coursework components set in the AM 03 syllabus—not a fixed multiple-choice paper. This bank is an original English-language MCQ study adaptation for syllabus knowledge practice only.