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{{Short description|Public university in Jordan}}
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{{Infobox University|
{{Infobox university|
|name=Al al-Bayt University
|name=Al al-Bayt University
|native_name=جامعة آل البيت
|native_name=جامعة آل البيت
|image_name =Al_Al-Bayt_University_logo.jpg
|image_name =Al_Al-Bayt_University_logo.jpg
|caption =Al al-Bayt University Logo
|caption = Official logo of the University
|image_size=150x
|image_size=150x
|type=[[Public university|Public]]
|type=[[Public university|Public]]
|established = 1993<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.aabu.edu.jo/about/General_Information.jsp |title=General Information – Al al-Bayt University |access-date=2018-08-07 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170703090032/https://www.aabu.edu.jo/about/General_Information.jsp |archive-date=2017-07-03 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
|established = 1994
|chairman =
|chairman = [[Ali Mahafzah]]
|president= Professor Dia Eddin Arafa
|president= [[Hani Al-Dmour]]
|campus = [[urban area|Urban]]<br>7.539 square kilometers
|campus = [[urban area|Urban]]<br />7.539 square kilometers
|faculty=
|faculty=
|undergrad =16720 (2015)
|undergrad =16720 (2015)
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|colors = Green and White {{ref_label|a|a|none}}<br />{{color box|Green}}{{color box|White}}
|colors = Green and White {{ref_label|a|a|none}}<br />{{color box|Green}}{{color box|White}}
|affiliations = [[International Association of Universities|IAU]], [[Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World|FUIW]], [[Association of Arab Universities|AArU)]]
|affiliations = [[International Association of Universities|IAU]], [[Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World|FUIW]], [[Association of Arab Universities|AArU)]]
|city={{Flagicon|Jordan}} [[Mafraq]]
|city=[[Mafraq]]
|country=[[Jordan]]
|country=[[Jordan]]
|nickname =
|nickname =
|website= http://www.aabu.edu.jo/
|website= {{URL|http://www.aabu.edu.jo/}}
}}
|state=[[Mafraq Governorate]]}}
'''Al al-Bayt University''', often abbreviated '''(AABU)''', is one of the public universities in [[Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan|Jordan]]. It is located on the outskirts of the city of Mafraq, 65 Kilometers to the north-east (about 45 minutes drive) of the capital Amman. The university has integrated academic facilities, student housing, and social services on one site, extending over an area of 7.539 square kilometers.<ref>{{Cite web|url = https://web2.aabu.edu.jo/about/General_Information.jsp|title = Al al-Bayt University's Website|date = |accessdate = |website = |publisher = |last = |first = }}</ref>
'''Al al-Bayt University''' (often abbreviated '''AABU''') is a public university in [[Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan|Jordan]]. It is located on the outskirts of the city of Mafraq, 65 Kilometers to the north-east of the capital Amman. The university has integrated academic facilities, student housing, and social services on one site, extending over an area of 7.539 square kilometers.<ref>{{Cite web|url = https://web2.aabu.edu.jo/about/General_Information.jsp|title = Al al-Bayt University's Website}}</ref> The university ranks among the top ten universities in the Kingdom.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Jordan {{!}} Ranking Web of Universities|url = http://www.webometrics.info/en/aw/jordan|website = www.webometrics.info|access-date = 2015-09-26}}</ref>

The university ranks among the top ten universities in the Kingdom.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Jordan {{!}} Ranking Web of Universities|url = http://www.webometrics.info/en/aw/jordan|website = www.webometrics.info|accessdate = 2015-09-26}}</ref>


== History ==
== History ==
On August 17, 1992, a Royal Decree was issued ordaining the establishment of Al al-Bayt University. As stated in the Royal Message, the University is to meet an urgent need for a new kind of university; one that combines the requirements of scientific methodology in teaching and research, on one hand, and the requirements of belief and clarity of vision on the other, thus, creating harmony between the rounded personality of the Muslim and his new environment.
On August 17, 1992, a Royal Decree was issued ordaining the establishment of Al al-Bayt University. Royal Message stated that the university was to meet an urgent need for a new kind of university, combining the requirements of scientific methodology in teaching and research with the requirements of Muslim belief and clarity of vision on the other.{{fact|date=December 2023}}

The University is also intended to uphold the principles of freedom, justice, tolerance, respect of other people's beliefs and faiths, and co-existence. On December 16, 1992, another Royal Decree was issued approving the formation of Al al-Bayt Special Royal Committee, under the chairmanship of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Hassan, and the membership of a selected high-standing scholars and intellectuals from Jordan and other parts of the Islamic world. The main task of this committee was to lay the foundation of the University, and to submit its decisions on operational and administrative issues to his Majesty the King for his final approval/decision.


The Royal Decree pertaining to the appointment of the first President of Al al-Bayt University was issued on May 22, 1993. Immediately thereafter, a number of administrative, academic and technical committees were set up to carry out the mission of establishing the University, each in accordance to its assigned responsibilities.
On December 16, 1992, another Royal Decree was issued approving the formation of Al al-Bayt Special Royal Committee, under the chairmanship of Crown Prince Hassan, and the membership of selected high-standing scholars and intellectuals from Jordan and other parts of the Islamic world. The main task of this committee was to lay the foundation of the university, and to submit its decisions on operational and administrative issues to the King for his final approval or decision.{{fact|date=December 2023}} The Royal Decree pertaining to the appointment of the first President of Al al-Bayt University was issued on May 22, 1993. Immediately thereafter, a number of administrative, academic and technical committees were set up to carry out the mission of establishing the university, each in accordance to its assigned responsibilities.{{fact|date=December 2023}}


After completing its infrastructure, recruiting distinguished faculty members, and defining its courses and programs, the University was ready to receive its first group of students on October 1, 1994. Under the patronage of His Majesty King Hussein, and the presence of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Hassan, Al al-Bayt University was officially inaugurated on March 6, 1995 (6 Ramadan 1415 H).<ref>{{Cite web|url = https://web2.aabu.edu.jo/about/General_Information.jsp|title = Al al-Bayt University's Website: Brief History|date = |accessdate = |website = |publisher = The University|last = |first = }}</ref>
After completing its infrastructure, recruiting faculty members, and defining its courses and programs, the university was ready to receive its first group of students on October 1, 1994. Under the patronage of King Hussein, and in the presence of Crown Prince Hassan, Al al-Bayt University was officially inaugurated on March 6, 1995 (6 Ramadan 1415 H).<ref>{{Cite web|url = https://web2.aabu.edu.jo/about/General_Information.jsp|title = Al al-Bayt University's Website: Brief History|publisher = The University}}</ref>


== Academics ==
== Academics ==
There are nine faculties in the university,<ref>{{Cite web|url = http://www.aabu.edu.jo/|title = The University's Home Page|date = |accessdate = |website = |publisher = |last = |first = }}</ref> each one branches out into multiple departments. The faculties are:
The university has nine faculties;<ref>{{Cite web|url = http://www.aabu.edu.jo/|title = The University's Home Page}}</ref> each one branches out into multiple departments. The faculties are:


*Prince Hussein bin Abdullah Faculty of Information Technology
*Prince Hussein bin Abdullah Faculty of Information Technology
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*Faculty of Sharia
*Faculty of Sharia
*Faculty of Law
*Faculty of Law
*Faculty of Foreign Languages
*Faculty of Arts and Humanities
*Faculty of Arts and Humanities
*Faculty of Engineering
*Faculty of Engineering
*Faculty of Science
*Faculty of Science
*Faculty of Educational Sciences
*Faculty of Educational Sciences
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*Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences


The university also services other institutions:<ref>{{Cite web|url = http://www.aabu.edu.jo/|title = The University's Home Page|date = |accessdate = |website = |publisher = |last = |first = }}</ref>
The university also services other institutions:<ref>{{Cite web|url = http://www.aabu.edu.jo/|title = The University's Home Page}}</ref>
* Bayt Al-Hekmah
* Bayt Al-Hekmah
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* Institute of Earth and Environmental Sciences
* The Institute of Astronomy & Space Sciences
* The Institute of Astronomy & Space Sciences
* Higher Institute of Islamic Studies
* Higher Institute of Islamic Studies
In 2014, the university diversified its Faculty of Arts and Humanities, including more majors in Italian, Spanish, French, English, in addition to Arabic. Two Master degrees in English Language have also been introduced: one in Literature and Criticism and the other in Linguistics.
In 2014, the university diversified its Faculty of Arts and Humanities, including more majors in Italian, Spanish, French, English, in addition to Arabic. Two master's degrees in English Language have also been introduced: one in Literature and Criticism and the other in Linguistics.


According to a fact sheet issued by the university, as of 2015, Al al-Bayt enjoys 35 undergrad programs, 33 MA programs, and 2 PhD programs.<ref>{{Cite web|url = https://web2.aabu.edu.jo/pdf8.pdf|title = Fact sheet issued by the university|date = |accessdate = |website = |publisher = |last = |first = }}</ref>
According to a fact sheet issued by the university, as of 2015, Al al-Bayt ran 35 undergrad programs, 33 MA programs, and 2 PhD programs.<ref>{{Cite web|url = https://web2.aabu.edu.jo/pdf8.pdf|title = Fact sheet issued by the university}}</ref>


== Journals ==
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== Journals<ref>{{Cite web|url = https://web2.aabu.edu.jo/journal.jsp|title = The University's Website|date = |accessdate = |website = |publisher = |last = |first = }}</ref> ==
The two most prominent journals published by the university are
The two most prominent journals published by the university are


*'''Jordan Journal of Islamic Studies'''
*'''Jordan Journal of Islamic Studies'''
*'''Al-Manarah Journal'''
*'''Al-Manarah Journal'''
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<ref>{{Cite web|url = https://web2.aabu.edu.jo/journal.jsp|title = The University's Website}}</ref>


==See also==
*[[List of Islamic educational institutions]]
==References==
==References==
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Latest revision as of 10:28, 6 December 2023

Al al-Bayt University
جامعة آل البيت
150x
Official logo of the University
TypePublic
Established1993[1]
ChairmanAli Mahafzah
PresidentHani Al-Dmour
Undergraduates16720 (2015)
Postgraduates1213 (2015)
Location
Mafraq
,
Jordan
CampusUrban
7.539 square kilometers
ColorsGreen and White [a]
  
AffiliationsIAU, FUIW, AArU)
Websitewww.aabu.edu.jo

Al al-Bayt University (often abbreviated AABU) is a public university in Jordan. It is located on the outskirts of the city of Mafraq, 65 Kilometers to the north-east of the capital Amman. The university has integrated academic facilities, student housing, and social services on one site, extending over an area of 7.539 square kilometers.[2] The university ranks among the top ten universities in the Kingdom.[3]

History

[edit]

On August 17, 1992, a Royal Decree was issued ordaining the establishment of Al al-Bayt University. Royal Message stated that the university was to meet an urgent need for a new kind of university, combining the requirements of scientific methodology in teaching and research with the requirements of Muslim belief and clarity of vision on the other.[citation needed]

On December 16, 1992, another Royal Decree was issued approving the formation of Al al-Bayt Special Royal Committee, under the chairmanship of Crown Prince Hassan, and the membership of selected high-standing scholars and intellectuals from Jordan and other parts of the Islamic world. The main task of this committee was to lay the foundation of the university, and to submit its decisions on operational and administrative issues to the King for his final approval or decision.[citation needed] The Royal Decree pertaining to the appointment of the first President of Al al-Bayt University was issued on May 22, 1993. Immediately thereafter, a number of administrative, academic and technical committees were set up to carry out the mission of establishing the university, each in accordance to its assigned responsibilities.[citation needed]

After completing its infrastructure, recruiting faculty members, and defining its courses and programs, the university was ready to receive its first group of students on October 1, 1994. Under the patronage of King Hussein, and in the presence of Crown Prince Hassan, Al al-Bayt University was officially inaugurated on March 6, 1995 (6 Ramadan 1415 H).[4]

Academics

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The university has nine faculties;[5] each one branches out into multiple departments. The faculties are:

  • Prince Hussein bin Abdullah Faculty of Information Technology
  • Faculty of Finance and Business Administration
  • Princess Salma Faculty of Nursing
  • Faculty of Sharia
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Foreign Languages
  • Faculty of Arts and Humanities
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Educational Sciences
  • Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences

The university also services other institutions:[6]

  • Bayt Al-Hekmah
  • The Institute of Astronomy & Space Sciences
  • Higher Institute of Islamic Studies

In 2014, the university diversified its Faculty of Arts and Humanities, including more majors in Italian, Spanish, French, English, in addition to Arabic. Two master's degrees in English Language have also been introduced: one in Literature and Criticism and the other in Linguistics.

According to a fact sheet issued by the university, as of 2015, Al al-Bayt ran 35 undergrad programs, 33 MA programs, and 2 PhD programs.[7]

Journals

[edit]

The two most prominent journals published by the university are

  • Jordan Journal of Islamic Studies
  • Al-Manarah Journal

[8]

See also

[edit]

References

[edit]
  1. ^ "General Information – Al al-Bayt University". Archived from the original on 2017-07-03. Retrieved 2018-08-07.
  2. ^ "Al al-Bayt University's Website".
  3. ^ "Jordan | Ranking Web of Universities". www.webometrics.info. Retrieved 2015-09-26.
  4. ^ "Al al-Bayt University's Website: Brief History". The University.
  5. ^ "The University's Home Page".
  6. ^ "The University's Home Page".
  7. ^ "Fact sheet issued by the university" (PDF).
  8. ^ "The University's Website".

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