Arabian Gulf University

About

Located in Manama, Bahrain, Arabian Gulf University is a regional institution established by the Gulf Cooperation Council that is best known for its specialized medical, healthcare, and environmental sciences programs. Its strongest faculties include the College of Medicine and Medical Sciences and the College of Graduate Studies, both of which emphasize regional health challenges and biotechnology. The university offers several postgraduate programs taught in English, attracting students from across the Middle East and beyond to foster collaborative, cross-border research. International students benefit from a dedicated admissions and student affairs office that assists with visa processing, housing, and integration into the campus community. A distinctive characteristic of the university is its unique governance model, as it is jointly funded and operated by all six GCC member states to serve the specific developmental needs of the entire Gulf region.

Background

Arabian Gulf University is a university in the city of Manama, in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It is accredited by the Ministry of Education, Bahrain, and governed by Gulf Cooperative Countries, and is a member of Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World. Entry into the university is restricted to GCC nationals, with other Arab nationals considered only if vacancies are available.

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