Undergraduate Programs
BA in Multimedia Journalism (MJ)
The journalism major involves the merging of the current print and broadcast sequences into a single (multimedia) journalism stream that exposes students to, and provides them with, basic skills for operating on all journalistic “platforms,” e.g. print, broadcast and the Internet.
BA in Communication and Media Arts (CMA)
The new major in communication and media arts (CMA) combines solid communication skills with emerging technologies to prepare students for careers in communication and media or for advanced study. Today’s communication and media professionals need to have a broad background in both traditional and new media and to understand the impact of the convergence of these media on society.
Middle East Studies (BA)
The BA in Middle East studies provides students with the opportunity to study a region of great importance. The broad and balanced program is taught by faculty members from departments such as anthropology, Arab and Islamic civilization, economics, history, political science and sociology.
BA in Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC)
Integrated marketing communication (IMC) is the integration of all marketing communication tools under one strategic communication focus. It takes all communication tools from working in isolation to complementing each other, with the objective of communicating one unified message from the organization (or the brand) to its target consumers.
Dual Degree Option BSc CENG-MPA
Students enrolled in AUC’s School of Sciences and Engineering may apply to complete the MPA on an accelerated basis, in conjunction with the completion of the Bachelor of Science in engineering.
Minors
Gender Studies - Minor
The minor in gender studies provides students with basic knowledge of gender concepts and theory from a cross-cultural perspective.
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Master of Arts in Television and Digital Journalism
The master’s program in television and digital journalism is a 33-credit-hour intensive curriculum that provides comprehensive knowledge of the theories and practices of television journalism and digital media, in addition to the specialized skills needed to hit the ground running in television and multimedia news.
Master of Art in Journalism and Mass Communication
The master's program in journalism and mass communication is designed to provide intellectual growth and advanced training for persons already engaged in mass media or public information work.
Master of Arts in Gender and Women’s Studies in the Middle East/North Africa
The Cynthia Nelson Institute for Gender and Women's Studies offers an interdisciplinary two-year Master of Arts degree.The graduate program in Gender and Women’s studies prepares graduates for a wide variety of professional careers.
Master of Arts in Middle East Studies
The program is designed to meet the needs of aspiring professionals who need in-depth knowledge of the modern Middle East as well as those intending to pursue an academic career.
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
The program prepares students for leadership and upper management positions in public service. Students, who are generally mid-career upon entry into the program, pursue careers in government, nonprofit organizations, international development agencies, academia and the private sector.
Master of Public Policy (MPP)
The program prepares students for leadership positions in public service and for careers as policy analysts. Students, who are generally in the early part of their career upon entry into the program, pursue careers in government, nonprofit organizations, international development agencies, academia, consulting firms and the private sector.
Master of Global Affairs (MGA)
The program prepares students for professional careers at the national and international level within organizations that address interstate issues, work to prevent or resolve conflict and promote global cooperation.
Master of Arts in International Human Rights Law (IHRL)
International Human Rights Law considers protection of the individual as developed through organs of the United Nations, other international institutions, and at regional and domestic levels in the North and in the South.
LLM in Comparative and International Law
The Master of Laws (LLM) Degree in International and Comparative Law offers a wide range of courses designed to provide students with the intellectual tools to promote and critically assess economic, social, and legal developments.
Master of Arts in Migration and Refugee Studies (MA)
The MA in migration and refugee studies is an interdisciplinary degree program that aims to provide graduates with critical knowledge, research methods and analytical skills of current theoretical, legal, political, economic, social, demographic and psychological issues in migration and refugee studies.
Graduate Diplomas
Graduate Diploma in Middle East Studies
The diploma program in Middle East Studies is designed to fill the need for familiarity with modern Middle Eastern culture and society, particularly for students who have not been exposed to an intensive study of the Middle East at the undergraduate level.
Graduate Diploma in Public Policy
The graduate diploma will help students learn to assess policy alternatives, develop effective programs, mobilize support, manage for performance and evaluate success. They will learn to think deeply and broadly about public service and the impact policies have on people, markets and institutions.
Graduate Diploma in Public Administration
The graduate diploma will help students learn to assess policy alternatives, develop effective programs, mobilize support, manage for performance and evaluate success.
Diploma in International and Comparative Law (LLM)
The graduate diploma in international and comparative law is intended for law school graduates seeking to enhance their knowledge in international and comparative law, and acquire the intellectual tools to advance academically and professionally.
Diploma in International Human Rights Law (IHRL)
The graduate diploma in international human rights law is intended for graduate students seeking to update their knowledge in human rights law and acquire the intellectual tools to advance academically and professionally. The diploma examines in-depth a range of topics in human rights and humanitarian law.
Diploma in Global Affairs
The Diploma in Global Affairs requires the completion of 18 credit hours of coursework in the Public Policy and Administration Department, including at least 12 credit hours from the courses making up the MGA degree.
Professional Diplomas
دبلومة الإعلام الرقمي باللغة العربية عن بعد (عبر الإنترنت)
تستهدف الدبلومة المهنية في الإعلام الرقمي توفير المعرفة والمهارات اللازمة للطلاب المشاركين وتدريبهم على استخدام أدوات وسائل الإعلام الرقمي بشكل احترافي، ليصبح لديهم إلمام بالتقنيات والمستحدثات الخاصة بالصحافة التليفزيونية والرقمية، مما يؤهلهم للمنافسة بقوة داخل سوق العمل في هذا المجال.