Page Image Page Content The Language Center at Mutah University (MU) serves as a key academic support and resource unit dedicated to enhancing language proficiency, academic communication skills, and cultural engagement across the university community. Mission & Vision Aligned with the University’s vision of becoming a competitive, pioneering institution in both civilian and military higher education, the Language Center is committed to: Promoting excellence in teaching, learning, and research in the field of languages Equipping students, faculty and staff with effective communication skills in Arabic and English (and other languages as needed) to succeed in a globalised academic and professional environment Fostering a supportive, inclusive, and innovative learning environment that empowers learners and contributes to the sustainable development of society Core Functions Foundational and remedial language instruction The Center administers placement and bridge courses to ensure that students have the necessary language skills to engage fully with their academic programmes. It assists students whose language preparation may require reinforcement. Support for academic communication It offers courses and workshops on skills such as academic writing, scientific English, presentation skills, reading and listening comprehension, and language for specific purposes. This is particularly important given the university’s wide range of faculties and disciplines. Testing, placement and certification The Center conducts language placement tests and manages language-proficiency requirements. Faculty and staff development In addition to student-services, the Center collaborates with faculty and administrative staff in workshops and training on language pedagogy, English for academic purposes, and multilingual communication skills. Cultural and language enrichment The Center promotes cultural awareness and language diversity through extra-curricular activities such as conversation cafés, language exchange, seminars and possibly foreign-language modules beyond the core curriculum. Key Features & Strengths Strategic alignment: The Center’s efforts tie into the University’s mission to qualify graduates who can compete nationally, regionally and internationally. Accreditation and recognition: MU’s Language Center is recognised among Jordanian universities for administering foreign-language examinations and meeting language-requirement benchmarks. Comprehensive student support: It serves students across a wide variety of faculties (Arts, Business, Engineering, Medicine etc), ensuring language barriers do not hinder academic success. Modern teaching approach: Emphasis on applied language skills, interactive and communicative pedagogy, and alignment of instruction with academic research standards and job-market demands. Bridge to internationalisation: By facilitating strong language competencies, the Center enables the university’s greater engagement internationally — whether in research collaboration, student exchange or professional mobility. Intended Audience & Impact Undergraduate students across all faculties who require language support to successfully engage in their major courses. Graduate students who are preparing research proposals, writing theses, and presenting at conferences, often in English. Faculty and staff who may require language training (for teaching, research publication, grant writing, international collaboration). Prospective students and external partners, as the Language Center strengthens the University’s reputation for academic language-readiness and international alignment. .