History
Ajman University was established in 1988 as the first private university in the GCC, and also the first university in the UAE to admit expatriate students. Our institution continues to be a pioneer for inclusion, innovation, and social impact. AU is globally accredited at the institution-level by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) of the United Kingdom.
Education
AU has academic partnerships with leading global universities, offering students an opportunity to study part of their course abroad and experience the best of both worlds. We also offer 3+2 pathways to master’s degrees abroad with leading universities in the USA and UK. With its 9 colleges, 22 undergraduate and 13 graduate degree programs, including 2 doctorate degrees, AU caters to more than 5,500 students each year and has created an impressive network of more than 37,000 alumni since inception, who live and work in various parts of the world. In addition to academic rigor, practical hands-on training, skills-based education and focus on employability.
Research
Ajman university encourages and fosters scientific collaboration in research. AU provides financial support to its faculty members by funding research grants to conduct their research either on an individual basis or by forming international research teams. AU has launched six Research Centers to focus resources and the efforts of researchers in developing key research areas of national and international importance. AU has developed an ‘Open Access Article Processing Charge policy', to facilitate the publishing of high-quality research articles by AU researchers and their outside collaborators in open access journals.
Career
Office of Career services endeavors to serve AU students and alumni by educating them to successfully identify, plan and pursue their career goals. The center supports the mission of the university in its three dimensions - education, information and investment - by providing quality services which will enhance clients’ employment potential, and by liaising with prospective employers.
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University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
551 100
2023
651 50
2022
701
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Student services
The Deanship of Student Services (DSS) is a student-centered and key component of Ajman University. It seeks to enhance students’ capabilities by building an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment that transforms students to lifelong learners capable of overcoming market challenges and becoming market pioneers.
The main goals of DSS are:
Support students' learning & academic success.
Offer opportunities to foster students’ assimilation, engagement, well-being & personal development.
Enhance community partnerships for effective, seamless student services & experiences.
Build a community that fosters a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
Promote technologically innovative support services
Housing services
Ajman University's hostel is every college student's dream -- secure, high-tech and attractive accommodations with unique spaces for studying and socializing. Located right on campus, it's a short walk to classes in the morning!
https://www.ajman.ac.ae/en/student-life/residence-life-and-housing
Library services
AU Library is the gateway to finding a wide-range of resources and services put together to support the learning, teaching and research needs of the University community. The library offers quality research services and resources, designed to meet the growing requirements of the University’s diverse academic programs.
https://library.ajman.ac.ae/about-us
ICT services
Ajman University (AU) provides computing, networking, information and telecommunication resources to the university community so as to support teaching, research, and efficient administrative processes.
https://it.ajman.ac.ae/docs/en/students-learning-resources
Medical services
Medical office is staffed with qualified Doctors and Allied MOH licensed Staff, and is dedicated to providing educational, supportive, consultative healthcare services to students, staff and eligible dependents. In doing so, the OMS strive to make the campus a healthy and safe place to study, work and live.
https://www.ajman.ac.ae/en/student-life/health-services
Campus life
AU located in the city of Ajman which is ranked 61st among the world’s top 100 destinations for students, thanks to its beautiful seaside setting and proximity to Dubai. The Emirate of Ajman, the smallest of the seven in the UAE, is only 30 minutes from the Dubai International Airport. The university’s buildings are located in one area but, separated within walking distance.
Sports facilities
Ajman University boasts a modern sports complex which includes an indoor 25-meter swimming pool, a multi-sports hall, two fitness centers and locker rooms, as well as billiard, table-tennis, and chess areas. The sports complex also includes outdoor playing fields for volleyball, basketball, and football. All sports activities have professional trainers to foster skills and safety; the swimming pool is monitored by lifeguards at all times.
Student clubs
- The Office of Student Life (OSL) complements the academic experience through a wide range of co-curricular activities, programs and services.
- Organizations: Provide activities and events designed to unite the university’s diverse student population.
- Clubs: Serve the mission or purpose identified in their constitution.
- Societies: Serve students for each major through co-curricular activities.
- Communities: Serve students of a certain nationality or students with a special interest in a specific nationality or culture.
- Globally accredited by QAA, UK
- Biomedical & Electrical Engineering have been accredited by ABET
- Architecture program has earned Validation status from UNESCO-UIA
- Pharmacy program has been granted Certification by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, USA
- Accounting program has been accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), CPA Australia (Certified Practicing Accountant), and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
- Law program has been awarded “Five-Year Unreserved Accreditation” by the High Council for Evaluation of Research and Higher Education (HCERES)
- Mass Communication program has earned AQAS accreditation
- Sociology program awarded accreditation by HCERES
