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History and Background
Al-Balqa Applied University (BAU) is a distinguished state university founded by royal decree on August 22, 1996. Teaching at BAU began in the academic year 1997/1998. The university offers an extensive range of programs, including 184 Associate Diploma, 112 Bachelor’s, and 34 Postgraduate programs. Recently, between 2022 and 2024, BAU has established new programs: 22 Associate Diplomas, 4 Bachelor’s, 5 Technical Bachelor’s, and 5 Postgraduate programs.
BAU’s main campus in Salt City includes 12 faculties, while an additional 12 university colleges serve as satellite campuses across the kingdom. Furthermore, BAU oversees 51 private and public community colleges throughout Jordan.
BAU is dedicated to providing high-quality applied technical education through inspirational teaching and world-class research, ensuring that its graduates are well-equipped to compete in local, regional, and international markets.
Programs and Degrees
The university operates on a Credit Hours System and offers term-study programs. Recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education in Jordan, BAU is also a member of the Council of Higher Education in Jordan, the Association of Arab
Universities, the International Association of Universities, and various international academic commissions. BAU awards the following academic degrees:
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Associate Diploma
- Higher Vocational Diploma
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