The idea of creating an Institute of Modern Languages was born in 1958, in the form of evening English courses, which gave rise to the original name “Bourguiba School.” These courses were organized by the American Cultural Center in what is now the Tunisia Palace, and continued until 1960.
Starting in 1960, a gradual Tunisification of the Bourguiba School took place, both in terms of funding, as well as management and academic programs.
The idea of creating a Modern Languages Institute was born in 1958, in the form of evening classes in English, hence the original name "Bourguiba School." These classes were organized by the American Cultural Center in the current Tunisia Palace until 1960.
From 1960, a progressive Tunisification of Bourguiba School took place, both in terms of financing and in terms of management and programs.
Created in 1999-2000, the Library of the Bourguiba Institute of Modern Languages has grown over the years to now offer a collection of more than 10,000 volumes, classified by language and theme, demonstrating continuous growth supported by a constantly evolving budget.