An Overview of Aqaba University of Technology 

Aqaba University of Technology (AUT) is the first and only private university in the southern region of Jordan. As of October 2024, the university serves 2,016 students, supported by 98 academic staff and 94 administrative personnel. AUT comprises seven faculties offering 13 undergraduate degree programs. These faculties include:

– Faculty of Administrative and Financial Sciences
– Faculty of Arts and Sciences
– Faculty of Information Technology
– Munib and Angela Masri Faculty of Engineering
– Michael Sayegh Faculty of Pharmacy
– Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences
– Faculty of Law

In October 2023, the university introduced its first postgraduate program, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Intelligence, followed by its second Master’s program in Pharmaceutical Sciences in October 2024. The university spans 180 acres on the picturesque southern coastline of Aqaba.

AUT was established with the vision that higher education should empower students at all stages of life and across diverse fields of study. The institution aims to help students achieve their personal potential and pursue individual success. AUT supports student development through high-quality education, mentorship, and a combination of curricular and extracurricular activities. The university is dedicated to producing future leaders capable of competing in the global labor market and contributing to their communities. AUT fosters a culture of achievement, enabling students to attain positive outcomes. The university adopts a holistic framework for student success under the pillars: Begin, Belong, Build, Become.

AUT’s success is driven by the dedication of its founders, leadership, and staff. Its academic team is notably diverse, with a significant proportion of international faculty, bringing global perspectives to teaching and research. The university is firmly committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where staff feel valued and empowered to excel.

As the first private university in southern Jordan, AUT aspires to be a distinguished and attractive destination for students from Jordan and across the region. Since welcoming its inaugural cohort in the academic year 2015/2016, AUT has steadily expanded its faculties and programs, including pharmacy, information technology, and business administration. Despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the university implemented robust health and safety measures to protect its community. In the aftermath of the pandemic, AUT developed a strategic plan to enhance its academic offerings and attract students from both local and international markets.

AUT Vision, Mission, and Values 

Vision:

To become a world-leading, distinguished university renowned for its academic and technological programs and excellence in scientific research.

Mission:

Aqaba University of Technology is committed to delivering high-quality educational and learning experiences through diverse academic and professional programs. These initiatives aim to foster students’ personal, social, academic, and professional development, enriching their knowledge while contributing to the cultural, social, and economic progress of society. AUT aligns its mission with the developmental needs of the Aqaba region and its neighboring areas.

Values: 

• Compassion: Demonstrating care and empathy in all endeavors.
• Agility: Adapting quickly and effectively to new challenges.
• Integrity: Upholding honesty and ethical principles.
• Respect: Valuing diversity and fostering mutual understanding.
• Discovery: Promoting innovation and the pursuit of knowledge.
• Equity: Ensuring fairness and inclusivity for all members of the community.
• Accountability: Taking responsibility for actions and decisions.
• Sustainability: Committing to practices that ensure environmental, social, and economic resilience.