The American University of Kuwait (AUK) (Arabic: الجامعة الأمريكية في الكويت) is a private liberal arts institution located in Salmiya, Kuwait. Founded in 2003, AUK officially opened its doors to students, faculty, and the public in September 2004. The university follows the American model of higher education, emphasizing a well-rounded, liberal arts curriculum. AUK maintains a close relationship with Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, as its international partner. The current President of AUK is Dr. Rawda Awwad.
الجامعة الأمريكية في الكويت | |
Motto | علم فكر إرتقاء |
---|---|
Motto in English | Learn • Think • Become |
Type | Private |
Established | By Amiri Decree 139 in 2003 |
President | Dr. Rawda Awwad |
Undergraduates | Over 6000 graduates |
Location | , 29°20′38″N 48°4′59″E / 29.34389°N 48.08306°E |
Campus | Urban |
Colors | |
Mascot | Wolf Pack |
Website | www |
Campus
editThe AUK campus is situated in Salmiya, one of Kuwait's most vibrant and cosmopolitan districts. The campus features spacious, modern classrooms; advanced computer, science, and language labs; an administration building; a state-of-the-art library; as well as a variety of cafes, restaurants, shops, and recreational courts.
To ensure the safety of its community, AUK provides 24-hour security services. The athletic facilities include tennis, padel, basketball, and volleyball courts, along with a soccer field and a fitness center.
Faculty and staff
editThe American University of Kuwait boasts a diverse faculty from Canada, the US, the UK, Kuwait, and other regions around the globe. Distinctively, AUK offers a Student Worker Program, which allows students to work across various departments. This program provides opportunities for students to engage in a range of tasks, from administrative support to contributing to departmental initiatives.
Degree programs
edit- B.B.A. in Accounting
- B.B.A. in Marketing
- B.B.A. in Finance
- B.B.A. in Management
- B.B.A. in Economics
- B.B.A. in Human Resource Management
- B.S. in Computer Science
- B.S. in Information Systems
- B.E. in Computer Engineering
- B.E. in Electrical Engineering
- B.E. in Systems Engineering
- B.A. in Communication and Media Studies
- B.A. in English Language and Literature
- B.A. in Graphic Design
- B.A. in International Relations
- B.A. in Social and Behavioral Sciences with a concentration in Anthropology