Often misunderstood and considered as an odd place to study abroad by most, Middle East is a complex yet culturally rich region that holds a prominent place in the history books, and promises to remain significant in the future. With thousands of years of fascinating history, stunning contemporary and ancient architecture, and a warm and welcoming local population, the opportunities for personal and aca-demic enrichment are legion. Students in search of a new and first-hand perspective on the Middle East will find many opportunities awaiting them. When you think of Middle East, Education is surely not the first thing that comes to your mind, but one such name that is changing this notion is Ahlia University.
Established in 2001, Ahlia University is the first private university licensed by the Government in Bahrain. Ahlia University aspires to be an outstanding regional and international academic institution, and a driver for economic and social transformation, by promoting the highest level of integrity in the achievement of excellence in education and research. Since its inception, the founders have articulated their vision of a distinctive institution of higher education to ensure that science, humanities, business, education and research take their rightful place in the building and advancement of the society.
The high quality of education at Ahlia University is at the core of everything we do and the reviews by the Quality Assurance Agency continue to recognise the quality of our teaching and learning. Mansoor Ahmed AlAali Ph.D., Professor, Ahlia University says, “We are proud that the establishment of the university was part of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa National Reform Project. Our reputation is growing as a provider of quality higher education in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the wider Gulf region. Our mission is to foster knowledge discovery and dissemination, for the benefit of the community, through constructive partnership and meaningful engagement in the intellectual, scientific, and cultural spheres of life in Bahrain, the region, and beyond. To accomplish this, we offer high-quality education, and global learning opportunities that empower our learners to achieve their full potential, by developing and supporting a vibrant and proud community of learners who are distinguished by their professional competence, uncompromising ethics, and responsible global citizenship.”
Working towards Academia, Research and Community
Over the past two decades, both public and private sectors in Middle East have invested substantially towards the higher education. Ahlia University has from the onset invested heavily in academia, research and the community with a vision to contribute to the local economy and establish the kingdom of Bahrain as a hub for educational services. While the challenges and opportunities are many in the region, the Arab families have always invested in education and this is only going to grow with the growth of the population in the years to come. As a result, the universities in the region are also looking at opportunities to recruit international students to the region. The quality of education in the higher education institutions in Middle East is at par with more advance nations and universities in the region are also rising in the university ranking tables. With a long way to go ahead, the education institutes in Middle East are vesting their focus towards supporting research and development and innovation.
“Ahlia university has a wide range of visiting and exchange students and it also encourage sits students to take the opportunities to study abroad as part of their undergraduate or post-graduate programmes”
With its four college - College of Arts & Science, College of Business and Finance, College of Engineering and College of Information Technology, Ahlia University has registered a positive growth in its reputation as a provider of quality higher education in the Kingdom of Bahrain, the wider region and internationally. All the higher education programmes offered by Ahlia University are recognized in Bahrain and beyond by Higher Education and Quality Authorities, as well as highly reputed and distinguished leading Universities in North America, Europe and South East Adia. The University also offers students throughout the Gulf and internationally, the opportunity to join a truly productive and challenging University to receive a technologically sophisticated education and a highly distinctive liberal arts education.
“High quality of education at Ahlia University is at the core of everything we do, and we continue to be recognized for the quality of our teaching and learning. We have strong and well renowned staff from more than 20 nationalities. All the courses at the campus are taught by our leading faculty who possess outstanding academic credentials and have all the relevant practical and professional experience to ensure our students receive a first-class education. The university has also accomplished the highest rankings and is recognized for its quality education by the United Nations and other international entities”, adds Prof. Mansoor Ahmed.
Opening Doors to International Scholars
Ahlia University offers scholarships in 11 undergraduate programmes for high achievers, special needs regardless of their nationality. They also have a strong academic and research postgraduate degrees with 4 postgraduate degrees and 2 PhD programmes. In addition to the degrees offered, Ahlia University has a wide range of visiting and exchange students and it also encourage sits students to take the opportunities to study abroad as part of their undergraduate or postgraduate programmes. “We start welcoming students once their applications are filed. We guide them in every step for their successful attainment of the degree. We help them with their visa applications, arrival, accommodation and the overall student experience not just academia. We offer all students, local or international scholarships as well as national scholar-ships, the support given to the students is also demonstrated in the training and development of students and the continued guidance and support for internship and placement with-in their programme”, shares Prof. Mansoor Ahmed.
Making use of its strong alumni base from many nationalities and Indian students and alumni have demonstrated their caliber and excellence in all our undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD programmes some of which received scholar-ships. Our students and faculty received numerous international accolades, patents and recognition. In addition, Ahlia University has one of the best employability track records in the region.
“Our future is looking very bright! With its state-of-the-art campus underway, further development with the international partners ensuring students can study internationally and gain the highest quality of teaching and learning, Ahlia University can offer you the opportunity to create your future success with one of the most exciting and growing Universities in the Gulf ”, speaks Prof. Mansoor Ahmed. Adding to this, the kingdom of Bahrain is one of the best countries to live in, the island has a friendly atmosphere, and you will be integrated in the society like no other place in the world. It is one of the lowest costs of living in the Gulf and has welcomed people throughout history. Ahlia University, Bahrain will be your home away from home, you will always be part of Ahlia family.
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