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Postgraduate Admissions

The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) is renowned for its exceptional postgraduate programs, attracting students from around the world who seek to hone their skills, elevate their knowledge and expertise in various fields. With a commitment to academic excellence and a strong focus on research, data, innovation and technology, AUBH provides a dynamic and stimulating environment for postgraduate students to thrive.

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How to Apply as a Postgraduate Student

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Master of Science in Engineering Management (M.Sc.)

Master of Arts in Multimedia Management (M.A.)

  • An overall GPA of 2.3 (75%) or equivalent
  • English language proficiency such as IELTS (academic) with a score of (6.0 IELTS) or equivalent such as TOEFL or Duolingo.
  • Passing AUBH personal interview (if applicable)
  • An overall GPA of 2.3 (75%) or equivalent
  • The student should have successfully completed a minimum of one science subject at high school level (e.g. Physics, Biology, Chemistry) and one math subject with a GPA of 2.3.
  • English language proficiency such as IELTS (academic) with a score of (6.0 IELTS) or equivalent such as TOEFL or Duolingo,
  • Passing AUBH personal interview (if applicable)
Master of Business Administration – MBA
Applicants interested in joining the MBA program offered at AUBH are required to meet the following criteria:
  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education, with a minimum GPA of 2.5 out of 4 (or its equivalent).
  • English language proficiency score of 6.5 in IELTS or equivalent. Applicants will be exempted from this requirement if they are citizens of a country where their first language is English (such as the UK, USA, or Canada); have their bachelor’s degree from one of those countries; or if their university awarding body came from a country where their first language is English.
  • CV or Resume.
  • On a case-by-case basis, a Personal Interview may be conducted by the department.
Students who have not taken Economics and/or Statistics/Research Methods during their previous studies might have to take one or more of the mentioned courses prior to their enrollment or while undertaking the program.

Master of Science in Engineering Management
Applicants interested in joining the Master of Science in Engineering Management program offered at AUBH are required to meet the following criteria:
  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, and related degrees from an accredited institution of higher education, with a minimum GPA of 2.5 out of 4 (or its equivalent).
  • English language proficiency score of 6.5 in IELTS or equivalent. Applicants will be exempted from this requirement if they are citizens of a country where their first language is English (such as the UK, USA, or Canada); have their bachelor’s degree from one of those countries; or if their university awarding body came from a country where their first language is English.
  • CV or Resume.
  • On a case-by-case basis, a personal Interview may be conducted by the department.
Students who have not taken Research Methods during their previous studies might need to take this course prior to their enrollment or while undertaking the program.

Admissions Criteria

Applicants who meet the University’s entry requirement and submit their complete documents such as high school diploma, transcripts and passports to the university Admission Office will receive a Full Admission letter issued by the Admissions Office.

  • Conditional Admissions: Applicants who did not submit the complete documents such as high school diploma, transcripts and passports to the Admissions Office may be admitted on a conditional basis and will receive a Conditional Admission letter until all documents are received.

  • Provisional Admissions: Applicants who fail to meet the full admissions requirements but show potential for academic success at the university level may be admitted on a provisional basis. These admitted students are required to follow stipulations outlined in a Provisional Admission letter and may be enrolled in the Intensive English Language Program (IEP) or in the Foundation year program. The University works closely with provisionally admitted students to develop a plan for meeting the required stipulations and achieving regular admission status. Students typically remain under provisional admittance status for one semester or up to one year. A regular student status can be obtained after meeting the admissions criteria.
If you are a postgraduate transfer student interested in continuing your studies at the American University of Bahrain, please reach out to the Admissions Office for further information.

Admissions FAQ

Our University offers an American-model university education which fosters interaction and collaboration between students, faculty and the professional community, resulting in a unique educational journey for students, going beyond what’s taught in the classrooms. 

Conceived as an institution to raise the bar of educational standards in the Arab world, AUBH’s purpose-built campus in Riffa is a second home to a new caliber of potential graduate, nurtured and mentored by hand-picked faculty from the best of international and local expertise. 

Complete with the latest in learning technology, library, labs, fitness center, football and basketball courts, our campus is alive with the buzz of academic and extra-curricular life amongst a multi-cultural student body.

Under the College of Engineering & Computing:

  • A Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
  • A Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
  • A Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
  • A Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • A Bachelor of Science Industrial Engineering
  • A Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering
  • A Master of Science in Engineering Management

Under the College of Business:

  • A Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance
  • A Bachelor of Business Administration in Management
  • A Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources
  • A Bachelor of Business Administration in Digital Marketing & Social Media
  • A Master of Business Administration

Under the College of Media & Design

  • A Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Design

Under the College of Business:

  • A Master of Business Administration.

Under the College of Engineering & Computing:

  • A Master of Science in Engineering Management.

AUBH is proud to be licensed by the Higher Education Council of the Ministry of Education of Bahrain. 

The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) has officially received U.S. accreditation through the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), one of the seven best known accrediting agencies in the USA. This makes AUBH among only a handful of other universities accredited by this world-renowned commission in the GCC and MENA region.

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