At the American University of Bahrain (AUBH), we are committed to providing our students with a world-class education that goes beyond the traditional classroom setting. To achieve this, we have established strategic academic partnerships with leading institutions and organizations around the globe. These collaborations allow us to integrate cutting-edge industry knowledge, innovative teaching methodologies, and globally recognized credentials into our degree programs.
The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) has announced its partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)’s International Science and Technology Initiative (MISTI) for three consecutive year. This collaboration, powered by Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait (BBK), hosts exclusive training workshops open to all university students across Bahrain, led by a team of MIT trainers, and taking place at the University’s D-Lab, utilizing the latest tools and creative workspaces.
Global Lab Teaching Robotics Workshop
Building Interactive Wearable Technology Workshop
Actuated Experiences – Design & Fabrication for Interactivity Workshop
This workshop was divided into two groups and had the opportunity to engage in an exclusive workshop focused on design and fabrication for interactivity. This hands-on course allowed participants to explore foundational technologies and fabrication techniques, including 3D modeling, rapid prototyping, and laser cutting, through projects that fostered creativity and innovation.
MISTI Accelerator – Business Startup Workshop
The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) is proud to announce a new addition to its Bachelor of Business Administration in Digital Marketing and Social Media program. Graduates will now receive a professional certification from the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI) in Ireland, along with their academic degree. As one of the few universities in the region to offer this prestigious certification, AUBH continues to lead in providing comprehensive and current education in the digital marketing landscape, with a strong focus on market needs.
The DMI certification will enhance the value of AUBH graduates by equipping them with globally recognized credentials that demonstrate their proficiency in digital marketing and social media strategies. In an ever-evolving digital landscape, this certification ensures that AUBH students are at the forefront of industry trends and possess the practical expertise demanded by employers.
DMI Impact on Digital Marketing & Social Media Program
Exclusive Benefits
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The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) is excited to announce its strategic partnership with Epic Games, a global leader in game development and interactive 3D technology.
This collaboration marks a significant enhancement to AUBH’s College of Media and Design curriculum, equipping students with the cutting-edge skills necessary for success in the digital age.
Through this unique partnership, AUBH students will gain exclusive access to the full suite of Unreal Engine resources, empowering them to create immersive experiences in game development, 3D design, animation, and other emerging fields. By incorporating Unreal Engine into its academic programs, AUBH ensures that graduates are well-prepared to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industry.
Benefits of the Unreal Engine Academic Partner Program
International Internships Opportunities
At AUBH, student success is our priority. We offer diverse internship opportunities with prestigious organizations like McLaren in the UK, Premo in Spain, and CERN in Geneva. These partnerships ensure our graduates are well-educated and prepared for the global job market.
The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) is proud to be a member of the IEEE Industrial Applications Society (IAS), dedicated to advancing technological innovation for the benefit of humanity.
As part of this esteemed society, AUBH aligns with IAS’s mission to enhance the design, development, and application of safe and sustainable electrical systems. This membership provides our engineering students and faculty valuable connections and resources tailored to the needs of the industrial and commercial sectors.
CSUN is part of the 23-campus California State University system, which is the largest in the United States with nearly 500,000 students and more than 50,000 faculty and staff. Located in Los Angeles, CSUN is one of the largest universities in the United States enrolling nearly 40,000 full- and part-time students in Fall 2020. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and a number of field-specific accreditors, CSUN employs more than 2,000 faculty members teaching courses across 69 disciplines, master’s degrees in 69 fields and three doctorates.
AUBH is working with CSUN to align its high-quality curricula and create opportunities for students to experience a broad range of new programs and international experiences, including attending summer programs in California, and receiving a CSUN degree through completing one, two, or three years of coursework enrolled at CSUN, and vice versa at AUBH, for CSUN Students who wish to study in Bahrain. This wide array of options makes for a more financially accessible and flexible international experience for young adults who wish to study in the U.S.
Moreover, as academic partners AUBH is working with CSUN to create opportunities for:
This distinctive partnership not only represents an impressive milestone for the Kingdom in its continued efforts to elevate the quality of education in Bahrain, but it offers a plethora of new opportunities for students based throughout the region and beyond to experience a world-class higher education, starting right here in the Kingdom. It also opens new avenues of collaboration between the industry here and the U.S., creating new opportunities of exchange of a commercial, cultural, and artistic nature.
