Arab Open University

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The Arab Open University (AOU) in Egypt is part of a unique pan-Arab network offering higher education through an open and blended learning model, making it highly accessible for international students seeking flexibility. It is best known for its programs in Business Administration, Information Technology, and English Language and Literature, often delivered in collaboration with the Open University UK, leading to dual degrees. International students benefit from a learning environment designed for distance and flexible study, with most programs taught in English and extensive online resources. The university's structure inherently supports a diverse student body, providing a consistent educational experience across multiple Arab countries. Its distinctive characteristic is its pioneering role in delivering British-accredited degrees through an open-learning system across the Arab world.

Background

Arab Open University (AOU) (Arabic: الجامعة العربية المفتوحة) is a non-profit university system in the Arab world. Headquartered in Kuwait, the system is composed of 16 campuses across 9 countries: Ardiya in Kuwait, Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Madinah, Ḥail, Al-Ahsa in Saudi Arabia, Seeb in Oman, A'ali in Bahrain, Amman in Jordan, Al-Bireh in Palestine, Beirut, Antelias, Tripoli in Lebanon, El-Shorouk in Egypt and Khartoum in Sudan. The university has a combined student body of 62,612 students, 61,886 of which are postgraduates while 742 of which are postgraduates, 1031 staff members and 77,037 living alumni. The headquarters of the university is located in Kuwait, designated in 2000. The university has a long-standing academic partnership with the United Kingdom's Open University.

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