(AUS)
Sharjah
City
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1997
Foundation
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25000
Number of students
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7920€ - 20378€
Semester Tuition Fees
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1300€
Ø monthly cost of living
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Yes
Scholarships available
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February 03, September 02
Application Deadline
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20/1
Student - staff ratio
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50
Nations represented
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American University of Sharjah offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The high degree of academic standards here will certainly put your skills onto the top flight.
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
Applicants prospecting to study here will be assessed on an individual basis, based on their country’s academic qualifications and standards. The language of instruction and assessment for all programs at University is English for international programs with exceptions.
Examples of acceptable English language qualifications include:
POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS
Applicants should hold a Bachelor degree with minimum grades as follows:
345 - 670 Euro / month
Accomodation
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650 Euro / month
Cost of living
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300 Euro / month
Food
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55 Euro / month
Transportation
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American University of Sharjah (AUS) was founded in 1997 by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Sharjah. Sheikh Sultan articulated his vision of a distinctive institution against the backdrop of Islamic history and in the context of the aspirations and needs of contemporary society in the UAE and the Gulf region.
Career OpportunitiesAmerican University of Sharjah prefers many career opportunities thanks to its involvement and partnerships with many real-world establishments and industries. |
Scholarship OpportunitiesAs one of the key facts of the university’s priority is student satisfaction and ensuring an environment that is inclusive and generous. |
Convenient EducationThe university adopts several advanced tools that make learning a lot less tedious and more effective, utilizing online classes and internships as a way of bridging the gap and allowing students to gain both theoretical and practical knowledge. |
International DegreeGraduates from the university receive an international degree that is recognized anywhere. |
Accommodation in the University costs between 150 Euro and 250 Euro per month on-campus. However, students can find cheaper accommodation off-campus.
Studio
Fully furnished studio-type dorms with multiple bedrooms. Residents have to opt for an all-inclusive yearly package including canteen meals since cooking is not allowed in these buildings.
Apartment
University also offers fully furnished apartment types dorms with a lounge, kitchen, bathroom, toilet, and a balcony. Cooking is allowed, therefore it is not necessary to choose the all-inclusive package.
On the other hand, off-campus accommodation (within range of the university) with similar features is available, with prices depending on the specific need of the student. Costs also include water and electricity bills. There is also a chance to rent accommodation from a private landlord or estate agent.
Prices fluctuate greatly depending on the location and quality of the apartment, however, the price of housing here averages around 200 to 350 EUR per month
That said, students are often encouraged to stay on campus for at least a year as they find their way around and are hence able to find help from university staff at any time.
In case of assistance to acquire off-campus accommodation, University does assist its students.
American University of Sharjah has several modern cafeteria outlets which serve full meals, and refreshments throughout the day as well as providing a comfortable and relaxing social environment.
The various campus canteens are open on from as early as 0700hrs till late and offer different servings 3 times a day, breakfast, lunch, and dinner and have a very easy-going social scenery allowing students to relax and chat (Wi-Fi access points available).
The dishes served include but are not limited to meat (all sorts), rice, pasta, potatoes, and dairy, pizza and vegetarian meals. On the go quick bites and snacks, plus Hot and cold beverages are also included as well.
Meals are prepared in a professional, manner by well-trained and friendly kitchen staff and taste delicious.
American University of Sharjah provides an efficient and reliable bus service so at to ease student and stuff travel concerns. The university offers free (identified and registered students) shuttle service around campus while there's bus around the city at designated bus stops, even into areas not covered by the city transportation provider.
This service is free of charge for all University students upon presentation of their Student ID or registration form to the bus driver.
To complement the university efforts in offering reliable and efficient transport there are local commutes dedicated to the task of board students on fixed schedules.
The university busses are modern looking with WIFI, comfortable, spacious and air conditioned.
Sharjah is the third-most populous city in the United Arab Emirates, after Dubai and Abu Dhabi, forming part of the Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman metropolitan area. Sharjah is the capital of the emirate Sharjah. The emirate shares legal, political, military and economic functions with the other emirates of the UAE within a federal framework, although each emirate has jurisdiction over some functions such as civil law enforcement and provision and upkeep of local facilities. Sharjah has been ruled by the Al Qasimidynasty since the 18th century.
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