In 2008, the university moved its academic programs from its downtown campus to a purpose-built campus on 260 hectares in the suburbs of Cairo. The university is committed to teaching and research of the highest caliber and offers an exceptional liberal arts and professional education in a cross-cultural environment. 2010 The University introduced its first doctoral program at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering.
The university ended all academic programs despite the demonstrations taking place in extremely close proximity to AUC's Tahrir campus.
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AUC's Intensive English Program (IEP) and English 100 program are accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA). The International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) accredited AUC's School of Continuing Education (SCE) as an authorized provider. AUC's master's programs in public administration and public policy are accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs and Administration (NASPAA), the European Association for Accreditation of Public Administration and the International Commission for Accreditation of Education and Training in Public Administration ( ICAP).
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The generosity of our donors has enabled AUC to recruit and educate outstanding and deserving students from different cities, countries and educational backgrounds, giving them access to some of the most prestigious scholarship programs available in Egypt. Institutional fellowships are funded by the University, while private donations and donors fund sponsored fellowships. Based on the availability of awarded funds for a given fellowship, these highly competitive awards are open to new as well as continuing graduate students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement.
While both types of fellowships recognize high potential applicants, the University considers financial need as well as academic merit and preference is given to those who wish to pursue full-time study in a graduate program at AUC.
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS School of Business
The business administration curriculum gives students a general foundation in the liberal arts and sciences while developing their analytical and decision-making skills and expanding their knowledge of business management and practices. Great emphasis is placed on the role of business in Egypt and the Middle East. Information and Communications Technology Management (BBA) The program prepares students to address information technology challenges that may arise in an organization, both on a local and multinational scale.
The MICT curriculum provides a foundation in the liberal arts and sciences combined with a practical knowledge of business management and information technology. This program is designed for students seeking an in-depth understanding and knowledge of the development field. The program is of interest to those planning to pursue a career with a wide range of development-related institutions at the macro or micro level, such as UN agencies or perhaps the World Bank.
The program offers four concentrations: Middle East Economic Development, Competitive Strategy and Valuation, International Economics, and Financial Economics. The primary objective of the program is to provide graduates with a general and versatile business acumen, as well as skills and technical competencies that are critical to the success of today's business professionals. The education includes five tracks: Economics, Marketing, Operations Management, Management of Information Technology and Construction Industry.
This program provides a clear understanding of practical financial decision making and offers two concentrations, Corporate Finance and Investments. Graduates of the program develop careers in investment and merchant banking, insurance and pension funds, and work for government entities and multinational corporations.
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
The AUC film major integrates professional film production education with the study of the historical and theoretical nature of the medium. Another critical component of the degree is studying the dynamics of cinema as a complex cultural, economic and industrial practice. The degree also provides a balanced consideration of international, regional and local facets of the subject.
A theater degree at AUC integrates solid foundational study of theater literature, history, and theory and hands-on experience in performance, directing, design, and technical theater. The program offers a liberal arts approach to the study of theater, an approach that aims to enrich students' awareness of the role of theater arts within society. The psychology program at AUC focuses on the study of the physical, cognitive, emotional, personal, and social development of humans from conception to death.
Graduates of the program are trained for employment in international development agencies, governmental and non-governmental organizations, the private sector in social and community services, or in research and management positions. Egyptology is the scientific study of the history and culture of Ancient Egypt, from the earliest times to the Arab conquest, a span of time covering about 4,600 years. The degree program is designed to give students a strong academic background in the ideas and traditions that form the foundation of the Arab and Muslim people's significant contributions to human civilization.
It provides a thorough grounding in the theoretical basis for the political phenomena as well as a deep understanding of political realities. With the increasing popularity of the Arabic language worldwide in recent years, the Teaching Arabic as a Foreign Language program is in high demand.
School of Global Affairs and Public Policy
Middle East Studies is an interdisciplinary program, taught by faculty members from the departments of Anthropology, Arab Studies, Economics, History, Management, Political Science, and Sociology. Through intensive study of the region's history, culture and current issues, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the modern Middle East. The Kamal Adham Center for Television and Digital Journalism prepares graduate students for careers in television broadcasting and news reporting in the digital age.
The Master in Public Administration prepares students for leadership and senior management positions in the public service sector. The program offers two concentrations: Management of Public Sector Reform and Management of Nonprofit and Development Organizations. Students learn to participate effectively in the policy formulation and implementation process and in supporting, guiding and monitoring action on global affairs.
The program offers a wide range of courses designed to provide students with the necessary tools and skills to promote and critically assess economic, social and legal developments. The program gives students a thorough foundation in the theoretical underpinnings of human rights law and in the various methods of solid multidisciplinary research. Middle East Studies is an interdisciplinary program that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the people, societies and economies of the region.
Gender and Women's Studies in the Middle East/North Africa (MA) Gender and Women's Studies professionals are employed as consultants by international development agencies, local NGOs and national government agencies. Geographies of Gender and Justice, Gendered Political Economies, Gender and Women's Studies in the Middle East and North Africa.
School of Sciences and Engineering
The program provides students with a broad knowledge of modern computational and experimental methods in engineering, construction management and systems, as well as a deep understanding of the research techniques and data analysis in construction engineering. The Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering offers high-quality education that prepares students for advanced academic, research and professional careers in one of the following specializations: Design, Industrial Engineering, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics and Power. The program offers a broad spectrum of study in preparation for careers in advanced computer research areas.
The Master of Science in Biotechnology program provides graduate education that prepares students for careers in biotechnology by establishing a solid foundation in the science and engineering of biotechnology and providing an introduction to bioentrepreneurship. The program introduces students to a combination of fundamentals and first applications in the field of biotechnology and provides a deep understanding of research techniques and data analysis in the field of specialization. The Master of Science in Nanotechnology provides academic excellence in advanced sciences and technologies through interdisciplinary education in the fields of materials science, physics, chemistry and engineering, preparing students for careers in industry, education and research, with the ability to compete and succeed in ever the growing world of nanotechnology.
The program provides graduates with a broad knowledge in both the theoretical and practical skills of the interdisciplinary RCSS field and integrates fundamental and advanced knowledge to solve complex interdisciplinary problems in the RCSS field. The program prepares students for higher-level professional practice in local and international markets, whether in private consultancy practice, industry or government and regulatory activities. The Master of Engineering in Robotics, Control and Smart Systems provides academic excellence through interdisciplinary education in the fields, preparing graduate students for careers in industry, education and research.
Graduates gain a solid foundation in both the theoretical and practical skills in RCSS interdisciplinary knowledge spaces and learn to integrate basic and advanced knowledge to solve complex interdisciplinary problems within RCSS. The primary goal of the program is to provide students with a broad analytical understanding of advanced experimental, theoretical and computational methods in the applied sciences and engineering, in addition to a substantial knowledge of a specific field or area of practice.
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With an alumni ID card you can enter all AUC campuses and access the library. The membership fee for alumni is LE80, with five books available for borrowing at a time. The AUC class ring embodies the memories and pride that connect AUC graduates, united by a common mission and responsibility.
AUC admits the top five undergraduate applicants who are children of alumni and who are within five percent below the cutoff for the academic term to which they are applying. They are considered the gold standard by potential employers, and alumni have long held key leadership positions in Egypt and the region. AUC's Office of Athletics provides quality athletic activities and learning opportunities to the AUC community.
The sports facilities at AUC New Cairo are extensive and offer a wide range of activities and programs. Supervised by members of our psychology faculty, trained counselors will help you deal with troubling symptoms such as stress, depression, anger, anxiety, time management problems, concentration problems, lack of motivation, interpersonal or family problems, marital conflicts or self-esteem and helps you identify the underlying issues that are causing your distress so you can move on to addressing them.
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