University of Bahrain

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Located in Sakhir, Bahrain, the University of Bahrain is the premier public institution of higher education in the kingdom, widely recognized for its robust offerings in engineering, information technology, and business administration. The university provides a dynamic academic environment featuring several programs taught in English, particularly within its colleges of engineering and business, attracting a diverse student body from across the region. International students benefit from the dedicated deanship of admission and registration as well as student services that assist with cultural integration, housing guidance, and academic advising throughout their studies. What sets the institution apart is its strategic positioning as a regional hub for technological innovation and research, closely tied to Bahrain's rapidly developing industrial and financial sectors. This gives students unique networking opportunities and direct pathways to internships with leading multinational corporations operating in the Gulf.

Background

The University of Bahrain (Arabic: جامعة البحرين), often abbreviated as UOB, is a public university in Bahrain. Established by royal decree in 1986, it has since become the largest institution of higher education in Bahrain, with three campuses (Sakhir, Isa Town, and Salmaniya) and more than 30,000 registered students. The university comprises nine colleges: Arts, Applied Studies, Business Administration, Engineering, Health and Sport Sciences, Information Technology (IT), Law, Science, and the Bahrain Teachers' College. The university is a member of the International Association of Universities and the Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World.

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