Sharjah residents can now boost their skills and earn certificates for free, thanks to the newly upgraded Smart Knowledge Library. From digital media and languages to entrepreneurship and publishing, the online platform offers easy registration, bilingual courses, and instant certification—empowering learners of all ages across the UAE.
Sharjah: Sharjah Public Libraries have launched an upgraded version of their Smart Knowledge Library platform, offering residents the opportunity to learn professional and technical skills online—for free. The user-friendly platform provides short courses in Arabic and English, interactive quizzes, and instant certificates upon completion, all accessible through a simple registration process.
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Sharjah’s Smart Knowledge Library platform was introduced in 2021 to support the development of digital and professional skills during the COVID-19 lockdown—and has evolved into a comprehensive e-learning hub that continues to expand its offerings. The updated platform, rolled out in August 2025, underscores Sharjah Public Libraries’ mission to foster lifelong learning and digital culture, blending traditional knowledge with modern accessibility.
Wide Course Range: Topics include digital skills, languages, entrepreneurship, publishing, translation, and digital media creation.
Bilingual Access: Courses available in both Arabic and English, catering to diverse audiences across the emirate.
Interactive Content: Lessons feature short quizzes, video modules, and on-the-go learning suited to mobile users.
Instant Certification: Upon successful completion of modules, users receive immediate digital certificates—ideal for CVs, career development, or personal satisfaction.
Access the Platform
Head to the Sharjah Public Libraries’ official website and look for the Smart Knowledge Library section.
Create an Account
Register using your email address and mobile number. You’ll also be asked for your date of birth and can select your areas of interest to personalize your learning experience.
Explore and Enrol
Once logged in, you’ll enter your personal dashboard where you can browse available courses, begin lessons, take quizzes, and track your progress.
Earn Certificates
When you finish a course or pass an interactive quiz, a digital certificate is issued instantly and stored in your dashboard for download or sharing.
Support materials, including a quick video guide, are available within the platform to help you make the most of your learning journey.
Accessible Education: With a mobile-responsive interface and short, engaging courses, learning is made easy for busy professionals, students, and lifelong learners alike.
Boosts Career Growth: Certificates in areas like digital marketing or entrepreneurship provide an edge in job applications or business ventures.
Promotes a Knowledge Culture: The platform complements Sharjah’s physical libraries and extends cultural learning into the digital realm—fitting Sharjah’s ambition to be a global center of culture and innovative learning.
Sharjah Public Libraries, part of the Sharjah Book Authority, have served the community for nearly 100 years. With six branches across the emirate and services in over 33 languages, the libraries continue to preserve cultural traditions while embracing digital transformation.
The Smart Knowledge Library embodies this dual mission—honouring Sharjah’s cultural legacy while setting a new standard for accessible learning in the modern era.
Though official quotes are not included here, feedback from residents and educators highlights how the platform’s flexibility, mobile accessibility, and immediate certification have made continuous learning both convenient and valuable—turning textbooks and libraries into dynamic tools for personal and professional development.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit Sharjah Public Libraries’ website |
| 2 | Register with email, mobile number, and preferences |
| 3 | Explore courses on digital, entrepreneurial, and creative skills |
| 4 | Complete modules and quizzes on the mobile-friendly platform |
| 5 | Download certificates instantly from your dashboard |
Sharjah’s upgraded Smart Knowledge Library makes self-improvement both accessible and rewarding. Whether you're developing professional skills, enhancing your CV, or exploring new interests, the platform offers an engaging, free, and certificate-backed path forward.
