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2 years ago
The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) supports students through scholarships and providing access to financial loans, flexible payment methods, and more. A University-level education can be expensive. With all the planning and consideration that goes into choosing the right course and university, it would be beneficial to also check if the institution you’re applying to provides financial support. Is it a university that offers opportunities not only after completion of your programme, but throughout your whole educational journey? The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) provides scholarships and financial aid to students with high academic performance and personal achievements through their University-created scholarship, corporate partners’ sponsorships, and government sponsorships. Corporate partners’ sponsorship Government sponsorship You’re eligible to apply for scholarships at AUBH if: For other students, they have three different installment plan options for tuition over the period of a semester. Customized installment plans are also offered based on specific requirements and financial abilities. If two or more members of the same family (first degree) are enrolled at the University, they can avail the Family Discount Tuition by submitting the Family Tuition Discount Form to the Finance Department. They have also partnered with different financial institutions to offer educational sharia-compliant loans […]
3 years ago
One-month, all expenses paid internship giving students comprehensive insights into the operations of a world-leading motorsport and engineering group. Bahrain Raid Xtreme (BRX) has announced a university competition for which the prize will be an all-expense paid, one-month internship at Prodrive in the UK, which runs the BRX team. The announcement was made by BRX team director & Prodrive Chairman David Richards and his team at the state-of-the-art American University of Bahrain (AUBH) campus, in front of a delegation of students and faculty from AUBH, University of Bahrain (UoB), and Bahrain Polytechnic University, attending both in-person and online. With the launch of this competition, winners will be gaining a comprehensive insight into how a world-leading motorsport and engineering group offers the students the opportunity to enhance creativity, ingenuity and problem-solving skills and fulfills their motorsport and racing passion in this collaborative activity. Prodrive is a world-leading motorsport and advanced technology business. Since 1984, Prodrive has won six FIA World Rally titles; five Le Mans titles; four British Touring Car titles and six FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) titles. Prodrive is currently competing in the FIA World Endurance Championship with Aston Martin Racing and supporting a number of customer programs around […]
3 years ago
Over 200 runners, and more than 200 attendees and visitors joined the American University of Bahrain (AUBH) for this year’s President’s Run. The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) just concluded their annual President’s Run held on 18th October, marking the beginning of the new academic year. The event was under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, who attended the Run’s opening ceremony and blew the horn for the runners to start their race. Dr. Susan Saxton, AUBH Founding President and President of the Bahrain Schools & Collegiate Athletics Association, Dr. Sh. Sager Al Khalifa, kicked off the opening ceremony and welcomed the guests and commemorated His Highness’ esteemed presence with a frame of appreciation. The University’s ethos is “Sound Mind, Sound Body” – this annual sporting event aims to put emphasis on confidence, positive thinking, and resilience necessary for success. Students, experienced runners, faculty, and influencers were put to the challenge of completing a 5K and enjoyed working as a team. Senior officials in the Kingdom and youth from national high schools and universities also joined the AUBH Community at the fitness extravaganza. During the race, the runners received great support from the volunteers and […]
3 years ago
Just recently, the American University of Bahrain (AUBH) welcomed its students to campus as they start the new academic year. Gulf Insider visited the campus on the first day of classes to talk to some of the students and faculty about how they felt to be back and what they are looking forward to this academic year. Here’s what they had to say: How did it feel to be back on campus? “We’ve been at home for a long time, we have missed human interaction! We met a lot of new people, made new friends, and are really excited for what’s ahead”, Student Council Vice President, Ali Al Toblani said. “I love sports – so the Sports Club was the first thing I signed up for. We’re looking forward to the ‘Students vs Professors’ football match coming up” he added. “The University has done so much to keep us safe. It’s so exciting to have so many new faces in the classroom. We also had the opportunities for our hybrids – students who are off campus – to be here as well virtually”, Sociology Associate Professor, Dr. Paula Smith Hawkins, said. “We’ve been waiting a long time to have a […]
3 years ago
The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) has expanded its portfolio of academic offerings with the introduction of three new degree programs at the undergraduate level. A Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, a Bachelor of Business Administration in Digital Marketing & Social Media, and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources will be offered in September 2021 and enrollment is now open. The AUBH admission process is open for the 2021-2022 academic year and the University has already launched additional admissions services to support AUBH students. Such services cater to those who are based abroad and cannot yet travel to Bahrain, including the ones based in Saudi Arabia who wish to cross the King Fahd Causeway. The University’s flexible attendance, based on a dual-modality learning model which the University has been running for the past year, gives students the option to attend classes on campus or online through an immersive camera system with multiple views of the classroom. In addition to providing a safe and flexible learning environment for students, this setup has also facilitated the transition for international students who began their learning online and plan to join in-person, once they are able to travel to the Kingdom. […]
3 years ago
Batelco signed an MoU with the American University of Bahrain (AUBH), the Kingdom’s first American-style University, to jointly launch academic and extracurricular initiatives, which aim at enriching the students learning experience and prepare them for their future. The signing ceremony took place at the AUBH campus in Riffa in the presence of a number of officials, and the MoU was signed by Shaikh Bader bin Rashid Al Khalifa, General Manager, Corporate Communications and CSR at Batelco, and Mr. William D. Hurt, Chief Operating Officer at AUBH. As part of the agreement, the AUBH student body will have the opportunity to take part in summer and semester-long internships at Batelco, and join executive experience programmes, giving them a chance to work on some of Batelco’s current projects. Students will also be able to volunteer for and help organise projects that fall under Batelco’s CSR programmes. The two institutions also plan to create initiatives to benefit the community and intend to hold panel discussions on topics of interest, as well as movie screenings on subjects like technology, and events that range from cultural and artistic to seasonal and athletic.
3 years ago
AUBH launches Alexa Skills to connect with students through voice technology. Just recently, the American University of Bahrain (AUBH) launched two Alexa Skills, adding voice technology to its campus. This is aimed towards providing the students, parents, and educators alike with the ability to use their voice to deepen the learning experience and enrich university life whilst also providing critical academic and campus information. The AUBH Campus Alexa Skill offers convenient ways to navigate the campus. It also provides help in learning about what the University has to offer by asking questions to Amazon Echo devices installed inside the campus buildings. Students will also be able to connect to campus information and events through the AUBH student Alexa Skill. It also integrates with the University’s system, allowing students to access coursework, grades, and other school communication through the Alexa smartphone app. Committed to their promise to offer an innovative, high-tech experience to their students and faculty, AUBH launched these Alexa Skills in confidence that they will provide a unique, customized, and unmatched campus experience. The launch of the new Alexa Skills represents another milestone for the University in driving innovation, not just locally, but also regionally. It is in line […]
3 years ago
Rooted in the highest standards of academic conduct, the American University of Bahrain (AUBH) delivers quality education by dedicating their resources to developing students that are intellectually, socially, psychologically, and globally aware. Below are more insights on how the University stands out in the Kingdom of Bahrain. A Focus on Depth and Breadth The American University of Bahrain offers degree programs delivered by highly qualified educators and mentors with a unique collaborative approach focused on graduate outcomes and employment-readiness. The University’s quality of American-style education also mirrors that of the best universities in the United States. The degree programs at AUBH are characterized by depth within the field of study and breadth achieved through general education programs. These programs expose students to new methods of thinking and help them become life-long learners. A Student-Centred Approach The American University of Bahrain is unique for providing students exposure to courses and ideas outside their field of study. Not only will this make students more rounded as a graduate, but it’ll also give them a varied skillset which will put them at the forefront of their chosen fields. AUBH is training not just specialists, but also knowledgeable global citizens. The AUBH curricula is […]
3 years ago
The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) has become the first University in the Kingdom to achieve eligibility to proceed with an Application for Accreditation with the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). Once awarded, AUBH would become the first higher education institution to be accredited by WSCUC in Bahrain. A determination of eligibility is not a formal status with the WASC Senior College and University Commis-sion, nor does it ensure eventual accreditation. It is a preliminary finding that the institution is potentially accreditable and can proceed within five years of its Eligibility determination to be reviewed for Candidacy or Initial Accreditation status with the Commission.
3 years ago
Under the Patronage of H.E. the Minister of Education, Dr. Majid bin Ali Al-Nuaimi, the American University of Bahrain (AUBH) concluded its first edition of the International Innovative Learning and Teaching Conference: Lessons from COVID-19, which took place from May 24-26, 2021. In line with Covid-19 safety guidelines, the event was hosted online seeing all participants, speakers, and panelists participating virtually, while in keeping with the limited number of attendees, H.E. Dr. Shaikha Rana bin Isa Al Khalifa, Secretary General of the Higher Education Council and H.E. Margaret Nardi, U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires delivered opening remarks on the AUBH Campus. Bringing together experts from 21 countries and five continents, 16 think tank sessions including keynote speeches, panel discussions, alongside student-led sessions and competitions were hosted. Speakers included: Dr. Maria del Mar de Fez Laso, American University of Bahrain and Dr. Maryam Al Mahdi, Ahlia University won the Creative Teaching Competition. The Best Paper Award was received by Dr. Lama Al Mahadin, University of Bahrain, and Dr. Lillian Hallak, American University of Bahrain.
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